Cyber Crime Junkies

By Cyber Crime Junkies. Host David Mauro.

Entertaining & Sarcastic Podcast about dramatic stories on cyber and AI, which actually help people and organizations protect themselves online and stop cybercrime.

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February 20, 2026Weird Dangerous Findings on The Dark Web
The dangers that lurk on the Dark Web. Many people who have visited have said they have seen things they never wanted to see. We take you there.
We explain why it’s so important for everyone to know what’s there since we provide a roadmap to you, your family and the brands we all serve
These are the true crime stories about what happens when we shine a light on the Dark Web.
What’s Public & For Sale on the Dark Web
RENT-A-HACKER
Applying for a job with a Cybercrime Gang.
Staggering new reports and shocking stats
Practical ways to avoid your data being sold
Hope you listen and hope you download all our episodes. New episodes on Mondays (plus bonus episodes!)
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Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.

Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out at [email protected] or find more at www.NETGAINIT.com

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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February 19, 2026Breaking: Meta Trial Update.
New evidence and testimony in the landmark trial going on right now in Los Angeles. Do court documents prove Instagram was Designed To Addict Traumatized Kids?
Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
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February 19, 2026META on TRIAL for Teen Harm. Secrets Exposed. What To Know.
Mark Zuckerberg took the stand as did the head of Instagram in a landmark decision. Their own internal documents are damning and the allegations can change the face of social media forever. This is Social Media's Tobacco Lawsuit moment.
Chapters

00:00 Meta's Legal Battle: A New Era for Big Tech Accountability
02:45 The Impact of Social Media on Youth Mental Health
05:37 The Role of Internal Documents in the Trial
08:53 The Consequences of Negligence: Real Stories of Harm
11:44 Facial Recognition and Privacy Concerns
14:42 The Trial's Implications for Future Regulations
17:31 Resources for Parents and Victims of Cybercrime

Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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February 17, 2026Horror Stories Of When Data Back-ups Fail
Shocking stories from a global leader Gabe Gambill with Quorum covering horror stories of when data back ups fail, saving yourself when data back ups fail, and how to get back data after ransomware.
Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.

Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out at [email protected] or find more at www.NETGAINIT.com

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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February 15, 2026People Are Marrying AI Now (And Your Business Should Be Worried)
People Are Marrying AI Now (And Your Business Should Be Worried). New Episode🔥The Cybercrime Junkies show dives into the world of cybercrime and cybersecurity, offering insights drawn from real-world stories that question our technology readiness levels. This episode highlights common pitfalls like weak password protection and emphasizes the importance of data security for better online security. Stay informed and protect yourself from cyber crime.

CHAPTERS
0:00 When Passwords Become Identity
1:53 Meet the Chaos Panel
2:23 The Pay Near Me Panic: When Legitimate Services Look Like Scams
6:13 America's New Valentine: Marrying Your AI Companion
8:33 The Loneliness Economy: Why AI Companions Are Winning
12:30 OpenClaw Chaos: When Everyone Downloads the Forbidden Tool
16:45 Hack or Hype Game Begins: Testing Your BS Detector
24:02 GDPR Gotchas and Vendor Nightmares
26:49 Final Round: The MFA Insurance Trap
30:18 Closing Chaos: What We Learned Today

Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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February 14, 2026TikTok New Terms You NEED To KNOW | Ret. FBI Agent Explains
China Government Turns APPS into SPY Tools | Ex FBI Agent Explainsew Episode
🔥The Cybercrime Junkies show dives into China Government Surveillance and TikTok, national security and criminal psychology. Stay informed and protect yourself from cyber crime.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to TikTok security risks and social engineering threats
08:15 How TikTok tracks military bases through location data collection
3:54 China's Unrestricted Warfare strategy and long-term information dominance
19:57 TikTok's ownership deal doesn't solve backdoor data access problems
24:32 Why Americans overshare personal information on social media platforms
28:08 SSO token theft and credential stuffing attacks explained
32:35 Ransomware impact on small businesses versus large corporations
36:25 AI lowers cost of entry for cybercriminals with subscription tools
40:00 Podcast equipment troubleshooting and audio quality challenges
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Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.

Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out at [email protected] or find more at www.NETGAINIT.com

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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February 11, 2026Cybersecurity Secrets Schools Never Teach
New Episode🔥We explore the often overlooked connection between a significant data breach and mental health, focusing on the resulting anxiety and cyber security concerns. We discuss how data security impacts identity theft and the rising rates of cyber attack. It's time we address the emotional fallout from these incidents.
Learn Cybersecurity Secrets Schools Never Teach. See how to unleash the best cybersecurity strategy to defeat hackers now and protect your digital fortress from cyber threats.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cybercrime Awareness
02:18 The Personal Impact of Data Breaches
04:54 The Evolution of Cybercrime
07:49 Digital Transformation and Vulnerabilities
10:34 The Role of Personal Lives in Cybersecurity
13:31 Understanding the Cybercrime Ecosystem
16:14 Protecting Yourself from Cyber Threats
18:46 The Importance of Freezing Credit
21:28 The Reality of Phishing and Social
Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.

Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out at [email protected] or find more at www.NETGAINIT.com

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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1h 40min
February 10, 2026How Hackers Think.🔥Chris Roberts🔥Latest AI Risks for Business
Rural Healthcare and small/midsized businesses are being tipped over the edge. Not by Tariffs or high interest rates, but by investments needed into protecting their people and systems from disruption. How can you protect yourself from something you don’t know? A risk you don’t understand. What if you could think like a hacker… and use that power to protect your business?
In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Chris Roberts, world-renowned cybersecurity expert, CISO and self-defined “Hacker” to explore:
🤖 How Hackers Think — and why it matters more than ever
🧠 New AI Risks facing small businesses & rural healthcare
🎭 Deepfake Detection and the rise of synthetic threats
From AI-powered attacks to defending the digital frontlines, Chris breaks it all down with real stories, hacker secrets, and eye-opening strategies. Discover:
🚨 The difference between hackers and cyb
Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.

Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out at [email protected] or find more at www.NETGAINIT.com

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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1h 1min
February 06, 2026Your Boss's Voice is an AI Clone Now | Latest Social Engineering Risks Exposed
New Episode🔥We sit down with Kyle Ryan, Senior Manager of AI and Engineering at Dune Security, to break down their never-before-published Intel Report. We're talking deepfake voice calls, AI-generated spearfishing at scale, and attacks happening through Slack, Teams, WhatsApp—channels you thought were safe.
This isn't fear mongering. This is real data on how threat actors are weaponizing AI RIGHT NOW to target small business leaders, your team, and every communication platform you use daily.
The Cybercrime Junkies show dives into the world of cybercrime and cybersecurity, offering insights for cybersecurity for beginners and seasoned pros alike. Learn about the latest threats, including ransomware and malware, and the minds of the hackers behind them. Stay informed and protect yourself from cyber crime.

CHAPTERS
0:00 - Why Everyone Falls for AI Phishing (Even You)
2:19 - Meet Kyle Ryan: Dune Security's AI Threat Expert
3:58 - From Data Science to Cy
Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.

Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out at [email protected] or find more at www.NETGAINIT.com

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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54min
February 04, 2026🔥Marketing Warfare: How A New Framework is IGNITING Small Business Growth
David Mauro and co-host Zach Moskow engage with Kevin McGrew, author of 'The New Rules of Marketing Warfare.' They discuss the intersection of marketing and leadership, emphasizing the importance of frameworks in business strategy. Kevin shares insights on the SMAC framework (Shoot, Move, Adapt, Communicate) and how it can help businesses navigate challenges. The conversation also explores the impact of AI on marketing, the necessity of adaptability, and the future of business leadership in a rapidly changing landscape.

You can grab a copy of Kevin’s new book here: https://a.co/d/9bGjIBf

Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.
I wrote Moving Target because overconfidence is the enemy. Hardcover, paperback, Kindle, and audiobook. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and more.

New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.

Growth without Interruption. Get peace of mind. Stay Competitive-Get NetGain. Contact NetGain today at 844-777-6278 or reach out at [email protected] or find more at www.NETGAINIT.com

Support the show
New Exclusive Offers for our Listeners!
New non-fiction Book Series is out!
Moving Target: The Art of Online Camouflage drops April 14.
Moving Target: The Obedient Machine drops April 21.
Book 3 -- Ghost and the Machine -- out soon!
🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews. Available on Amazon. We are all Stevie Parker.
Remove Your Data Online Today. Consider OPTERY Risk Free. Sign up here https://get.optery.com/DMauro-CyberCrimeJunkies
Or Turn it over to the Pros at DELETE ME and get 20% Off! Remove your data with 24/7 data broker monitoring. 🔥Sign up here and Get 20% off DELETE ME
🔥Experience The Best AI Translation, Audio Reader & Voice Cloning! Try Eleven Labs Today risk free: https://try.elevenlabs.io/gla58o32c6hq
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FAQs about Cyber Crime Junkies:

How many episodes does Cyber Crime Junkies have?

The podcast currently has 335 episodes available.

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