Best Daniel Miessler Podcasts (2026)

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Think Like a Hacker Before the Hack Happens with John Hammond 28:26

5d ago28:26

28:26

What if the most dangerous hackers are the ones who never touch a keyboard? The real threat isn't just about stolen credentials or ransomware; it's about understanding how attackers think before they even strike. In cybersecurity, defense starts with offense, and the best defenders are those who've walked in the hacker's shoes. In this episode, Ron…

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Combating Burnout with Jessvin Thomas 38:10

6d ago38:10

38:10

We’re wrapping up 2025 with a special episode! Michael and Sam are talking to Jessvin Thomas, CEO of Auguria and winner of CYBR.SEC.CON.’s first pitch competition for cybersecurity startups! They discuss the evolving challenges in cybersecurity, the importance of root cause analysis, and how AI and context are shaping the future of SOC operations. …

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Breaking Into Banks and Bypassing Modern Security with Greg Hatcher and John Stigerwalt 33:31

19d ago33:31

33:31

Three banks in four days isn't just a bragging right for penetration testers. It's a wake-up call showing that expensive security tools and alarm systems often fail when tested by skilled operators who understand both human behavior and technical vulnerabilities. Greg Hatcher and John Stigerwalt, co-founders of White Knight Labs, talk about their l…

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Diving (Pun Intended) into SCADA and Control Systems with Randy Petersen 36:54

20d ago36:54

36:54

In this episode, SJRA SCADA Superintendent and HOU.SEC.CON./OT.SEC.CON. speaker Randy Petersen joins Michal and Sam on the podcast to share his expertise on SCADA systems and the unique security challenges facing water facilities. They highlight real-world incidents and vulnerabilities in OT environments, offer practical advice for improving OT sec…

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Defending Your Cyber Systems and Your Mental Attack Surface with Chris Hughes 34:10

26d ago34:10

34:10

When your firewall forgets to buckle up, the crash doesn’t happen in the network first, it happens in your blindspots. In this episode, Ron is joined by returning guest Chris Hughes, Co-Founder of Aquia and host of the Resilient Cyber podcast. Chris helps reframe vulnerability work as exposure management, connect technical risk to human resilience,…

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Thriving Beyond Human Labor with Context-Powered AI with Daniel Miessler 29:40

1M ago29:40

29:40

The real disruption isn’t AI replacing humans, it’s the shocking possibility that human labor was the economic bubble all along. In this episode, Ron Eddings sits down with Daniel Miessler, founder of Unsupervised Learning and longtime security leader, to break open why companies are hitting record profits with shrinking workforces, and what that m…

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Joining Cybersecurity Kicking and Screaming with Keith Turpin 44:41

1M ago44:41

44:41

In today's episode Michael and Sam are talking to Friedkin Group CISO and HOU.SEC.CON. speaker, Keith Turpen! They dive into the recent CloudFlare outage and what it means for cybersecurity professionals, explore Keith's fascinating career journey from mechanical engineering to becoming a CISO, and unpack valuable leadership lessons he shared at th…

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Building EDR for AI: Controlling Autonomous Agents Before They Go Rogue with Ron Eddings 19:36

1M ago19:36

19:36

AI agents aren't just reacting anymore, they're thinking, learning, and sometimes deleting your entire production database without asking. The real question isn't if your AI agent will be hacked, it's when, and whether you'll have the right hooks in place to stop it before it happens. In this episode, Ron breaks down the ChatGPT Atlas vulnerability…

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Judge AI based on Output, Not Mechanism 6:58

1M ago6:58

6:58

How we can use an output-based system to judge whether or not different kinds of technology achieve understanding or intelligence. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Judge AI based on Output, Not Mechanism 6:58

1M ago6:58

6:58

How we can use an output-based system to judge whether or not different kinds of technology achieve understanding or intelligence. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Midlife Crisis Shift with Haylie Treas 42:49

2M ago42:49

42:49

Michael and Sam are catching up with Attorney and friend of the conference, Haylie Treas! In this episode Hailey shares her journey from litigation to cybersecurity and privacy law, and offers expert insights on third-party risk management, regulatory guidance, and the evolving landscape of privacy in the U.S. Things Mentioned: Guidance on Managing…

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Humans Need Entropy 4:20

2M ago4:20

4:20

How humans and AI models both share the weakness of deterioration without novel inputs. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Humans Need Entropy 4:20

2M ago4:20

4:20

How humans and AI models both share the weakness of deterioration without novel inputs. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Can AI Run Your SOC Better Than You? with Ahmed Achchak 32:48

2M ago32:48

32:48

What if your security team never missed a single alert and actually had time to think strategically? In this episode, Ahmed Achchak, CEO and Co-Founder of Qevlar AI, reveals how autonomous SOCs are reshaping security operations worldwide. From tackling alert fatigue to empowering analysts with intelligent AI-driven investigations, Ahmed shares the …

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Making Cybersecurity Marketing Creative (and a Little Sexy) with Maria Velasquez 30:04

2M ago30:04

30:04

Who said cybersecurity had to be serious? The future of cyber is creative, human, and even a little sexy. In this special 400th episode, Ron Eddings celebrates six incredible years of Hacker Valley Studio with one of cyber’s most creative voices, Maria Velasquez, Co-Founder of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society and Co-Host of Breaking Through in C…

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Special Episode – CYBR.HAK.CAST! 50:14

2M ago50:14

50:14

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of CYBR.HAK.CAST, a new spinoff from our popular CYBR.SEC.CAST feed! Hosted by Michael Farnum and co-hosted by renowned penetration tester and ethical hacker Phillip Wylie, CYBR.HAK.CAST dives deep into the world of hacking. From real-world exploits and red team tactics to the human stories behind the hackers t…

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How to See Your Organization Like a Hacker with Chris Dale 25:18

2M ago25:18

25:18

To defend like a human, you first have to think like a hacker. In this episode, Ron Eddings sits down with Chris Dale, Co-Founder and Chief Hacking Officer at River Security, to explore the human side of hacking, where curiosity, persistence, and vigilance meet defense. Chris shares how the traditional idea of penetration testing has evolved into a…

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Coding by Vibe: The Future of AI-Built Security with Ron Eddings 20:22

2M ago20:22

20:22

When code meets intuition, innovation gets personal. But what happens when we let AI vibe with our ideas? In this episode, Ron Eddings covers the rise of AI-driven development from Vibe Coding, where natural language shapes real code, to the emerging Model Context Protocols (MCPs) that redefine how apps talk to AI. He breaks down the recent Figma M…

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Stop Writing Crap Detections with Page Glave 34:47

3M ago34:47

34:47

In this episode hosts Michael and Sam welcome Page Glave, Security Engineer at Stellar Health, to discuss the evolving landscape of detection engineering, the impact of AI on cybersecurity roles, and practical advice for professionals entering the field. The conversation covers Page’s HOU.SEC.CON. 2025 talk, her unique career journey, and actionabl…

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Why I Think Karpathy is Wrong on the AGI Timeline 9:54

3M ago9:54

9:54

Karpathy is confusing LLM limitations with AI system limitations, and that makes all the difference. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Why I Think Karpathy is Wrong on the AGI Timeline 9:54

3M ago9:54

9:54

Karpathy is confusing LLM limitations with AI system limitations, and that makes all the difference. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Learning How to Learn: Mastering the Cyber Fundamentals with Rich Greene 25:38

3M ago25:38

25:38

The real edge in cybersecurity isn’t found in new tools, it’s built through timeless fundamentals and a mindset that never stops learning. In this episode, Ron sits down with Rich Greene, Senior Solutions Engineer and Instructor at SANS Institute, to uncover how true cyber value starts with skills, curiosity, and mindset. Rich shares his remarkable…

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Novelty Exploration vs. Pattern Exploitation 3:44

3M ago3:44

3:44

How going from exploration to exploitation can help you as both a consumer and creator of everything. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Novelty Exploration vs. Pattern Exploitation 3:44

3M ago3:44

3:44

How going from exploration to exploitation can help you as both a consumer and creator of everything. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Magnifying Time 6:30

3M ago6:30

6:30

Some thoughts on how novelty and attention magnify the time that we have. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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Magnifying Time 6:30

3M ago6:30

6:30

Some thoughts on how novelty and attention magnify the time that we have. Become a Member: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Daniel Miessler

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How AI Elevates Cyber Hygiene with Jason Rebholz 21:32

3M ago21:32

21:32

What if protecting your digital twin becomes the new cyber hygiene? In this week's episode, Ron welcomes back cybersecurity leader Jason Rebholz, CEO of Evoke, to discuss how AI is reshaping the fundamentals of cyber hygiene. From data breaches and deepfakes to everyday habits that protect our digital lives, Jason shares how small actions and smart…

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Catching the Cybersecurity Marketing Bug with Gianna Whitver and Maria Velasquez 48:15

3M ago48:15

48:15

Today’s episode looks a little different! Michael and Sam are diving into the business side of cybersecurity with special guests Gianna Whitver and Maria Velasquez, Co-Founders of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society. They discuss Gianna and Maria’s personal journeys into the field, why they launched the Cybersecurity Marketing Society, and what’s n…

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Securing Software at AI Speed with Varun Badhwar 34:12

3M ago34:12

34:12

The biggest security threat isn’t in the cloud, it’s hidden in the code you trust the most. In this episode, Ron sits down with Varun Badhwar, Co-Founder & CEO of Endor Labs, who shares why research shows that nearly 80–90% of application code comes from open source and third-party libraries, not your own developers. Varun discusses the unseen risk…

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The Big Update Episode! 21:40

3M ago21:40

21:40

A TON of changes were announced at HOU.SEC.CON. including a change to this show – we’re now CYBR.SEC.CAST.! Tune into this episode for all of the latest updates!By Michael Farnum and Sam Van Ryder

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The End of Search and the Rise of AI Browsers and Voices with Ron Eddings 18:16

3M ago18:16

18:16

Search engines aren’t dying quietly, they’re being replaced in real time by AI browsers and voice agents. AI isn’t just answering questions anymore; it’s acting for us. In this episode, Ron Eddings explores how tools like NanoBrowser and Comet are reshaping browsing, why Google may be in trouble, and how AI voices are becoming the new interface for…

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A Conversation With Harry Wetherald CO-Founder & CEO At Maze 35:03

4M ago35:03

35:03

➡ Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats with AI-Driven Vulnerability Management with Maze: https://mazehq.com/ In this conversation, I speak with Harry about how AI is transforming vulnerability management and application security. We explore how modern approaches can move beyond endless reports and generic fixes, toward real context-aware workflows that act…

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A Conversation With Harry Wetherald CO-Founder & CEO At Maze 35:03

4M ago35:03

35:03

➡ Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats with AI-Driven Vulnerability Management with Maze: https://mazehq.com/ In this conversation, I speak with Harry about how AI is transforming vulnerability management and application security. We explore how modern approaches can move beyond endless reports and generic fixes, toward real context-aware workflows that act…

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A Conversation With Grant Lee CO-Founder & CEO At Gamma 21:48

4M ago21:48

21:48

➡ Upgrade your presentations with Gamma, the best AI presentation maker: https://gamma.app In this conversation, I speak with Grant, co-founder of Gamma, about how their platform is transforming presentations and idea-sharing. Instead of starting with slides, Gamma helps you focus on the story first—then builds the visuals, structure, and delivery …

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A Conversation With Grant Lee CO-Founder & CEO At Gamma 21:48

4M ago21:48

21:48

➡ Upgrade your presentations with Gamma, the best AI presentation maker: https://gamma.app In this conversation, I speak with Grant, co-founder of Gamma, about how their platform is transforming presentations and idea-sharing. Instead of starting with slides, Gamma helps you focus on the story first—then builds the visuals, structure, and delivery …

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Where Automation Ends, Cyber Ingenuity Begins with Phillip Wylie 33:59

4M ago33:59

33:59

Some tools replace tasks. Others reshape the way we think about security. In this episode, Ron welcomes back Phillip Wylie, one of the most respected voices in offensive security, author, educator, and longtime friend of the Hacker Valley community. With over 27 years of experience across cybersecurity disciplines, Phillip has guided thousands of p…

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Saving Sara with Mayra Foose and Maggie Torres 38:00

4M ago38:00

38:00

It’s our 50th episode! This week Michael and Sam are joined by guests Mayra Foose and Maggie Torres from LyondellBasell to discuss their work in cybersecurity education, the programs they partner with to support their mission, and the importance of diversity and passion in the field. They share inspiring stories about working with students, buildin…

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The Power of Showing Up: Daily Streams, Big Impact with Gerald Auger 34:04

4M ago34:04

34:04

What if showing up with consistency could spark opportunities, create careers, and build a global movement? In this episode, Ron sits down with Gerald Auger, Ph.D., cybersecurity educator, content creator, and founder of Simply Cyber. Gerald shares how his daily livestream grew into a thriving community, why consistency is the key to influence, and…

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UL NO. 497: STANDARD EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... 37:13

4M ago37:13

37:13

UL NO. 497: STANDARD EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-497 Subscribe to the newsletter at: https://danielmiessler.com/subscribe Join the UL community at: https://danielmiessler.com/upgrade Follow …

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UL NO. 497: MEMBER EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... 39:27

4M ago39:27

39:27

UL NO. 497: MEMBER EDITION | More NPM Shenanigans, I Open Sourced Kai, Blood Work Results, Finding Vulns in a 10-line Prompt, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-497 Follow on X: https://x.com/danielmiessler Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielmiessler Become a Member: https://danielmie…

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UL NO. 496: STANDARD EDITION | New Video on Building my Personal AI System, Anthropic Reveals One-person Hacking Company using Claude, Pentagon Says China Keeps Penetrating, and more... 1:02:49

4M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

UL NO. 496: STANDARD EDITION | New Video on Building my Personal AI System, Anthropic Reveals One-person Hacking Company using Claude, Pentagon Says China Keeps Penetrating, and more... Read this episode online: https://newsletter.danielmiessler.com/p/ul-496 Personal AI Video I'm so excited about Subscribe to the newsletter at: https://danielmiessl…

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