CYBR.HAK.CAST

Michael and Phil are joined on this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST by hacker, author, and speaker, Jayson Street! They discuss his career in physical security, social engineering, and red-team engagements around the world. Jayson also shares how his approach evolved from simply exposing security failures to create teachable moments that celebrate employees who recognize and stop suspicious behavior. Throughout the conversation, he emphas...

In this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Michael and Phil speak with Scott Deluke of Abnormal AI live from the inaugural CYBR.HAK.CON.! The conversation explores how email security has evolved from signature-based defenses to behavioral and AI-driven detection, especially as attackers use AI to create more convincing, scalable, and zero-day phishing campaigns. Scott explains why defense-in-depth still matters, including tools like D...

Michael and Phil were joined at CYBR.HAK.CON. by John Kindervag, Chief Evangelist at Illumio and the creator of the Zero Trust Framework, for a wide-ranging conversation on risk vs. danger, personal resilience, and the future of AI. 

Things mentioned:

• Rise of the Machines: A Project Zero Trust Story by George Finney - https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Machines-Project-Trust-Story/dp/1394303718
• Agentic AI + Zero Trust: A Guide for B...

On this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, Tim Medin joins hosts Michael Farnum and Phillip Wylie to talk about offensive security, the evolution of penetration testing, and why defenders need to stop relying solely on compliance checklists and start thinking like attackers. Along the way, the crew swaps war stories about old-school hacker culture, Dallas conference history, and why cybersecurity still misses the basics despite years of pro...

This episode of CyberHackCast features Winn Schwartau in a wide-ranging, philosophical discussion that moves from the early, experimental days of cybersecurity to today’s hyper-commercialized landscape—and into his current work on “cognitive security.” Schwartau argues that the biggest threat facing defenders isn’t just technical, but cognitive: overwhelming information flows that push humans into &ldq...

In this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Phil Wylie and Michael Farnum sit down with Fergus Hay, CEO and co-founder of The Hacking Games, to explore how the cybersecurity industry is overlooking a massive pool of untapped talent: young gamers. Hay shares how his journey began not from a technical background but from concern as a parent, after learning that many cybercriminals are recruited from gaming communities. The conversation d...

The software supply chain has quietly become one of the most critical — and least controlled — risk areas in cybersecurity. But according to industry veteran Theresa Lanowitz, that’s starting to change, driven by a surprising source: the CEO. In this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, she and hosts Michael Farnum and Phillip Wylie trace the evolution of today’s software risk landscape back to decades-old challenges i...

In this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Michael Farnum and Phil Wylie talk with Chris Glanden, founder and CEO of Barcode and co-founder of the Cyber Circus Network, about his unconventional path into cybersecurity, his passion for storytelling, and the creative projects he’s bringing to the industry. Glanden discusses how storytelling can help explain cybersecurity issues to broader audiences through documentaries and narrat...

Michael and Phil welcome Justin “Hutch” Hutchens to the show this week to discuss AI-driven attacks, automated social engineering, and other emerging threats. 

Things Mentioned:

• Living off the AI: The Next Evolution of Attacker Tradecraft - https://www.securityweek.com/living-off-the-ai-the-next-evolution-of-attacker-tradecraft/
• Rise of the Machines: A Project Zero Trust Story by George Finney - https://www.wiley....

In this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Phil and Michael are joined by Kevin Pentecost (Information Security Director at SMP and co-host of the Cyber Distortion podcast) and Jason Popillion (Founder & CEO of Cipher Nova and co-host of Cyber Distortion).

 Things Mentioned:

• AI chatbots and digital companions are reshaping emotional connection - https://www.apa.org/monitor/2026/01-02/trends-digital-ai-relationships-emotiona...

Michael and Phil are joined this week by Jason Haddix, CEO of Arcanum Information Security and CYBR.HAK.CON. keynote speaker. They discuss his career journey from early underground hacking to leading offensive security teams, the importance of keeping pace with cloud, modern web frameworks, and AI security testing, and preview Jason’s upcoming keynote on attacking AI systems.

Things Mentioned:

• Fake AI Chrome Extensions Stea...

Michael and Phil are chatting with Dallas Hacker Association founder and CYBR.HAK.CON. keynote speaker Dustin “Wirefall” Dykes! They talk about how Colossal Cave Adventure sparked his path into penetration testing, how improv transformed his public speaking, and why creating community matters. 

Things Mentioned:

• Want to Be a Hacker? Go To Dallas.: https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/a24676415/dallas-hacke...

CYBR.HAK.CAST is back with our first guest of the year, GRIDLIGHT Co-Founder, Tommy Todd! Michael and Phil chat with Tommy about positively motivating cybersecurity professionals, edge AI computing versus massive data centers, and using AI as a sounding board. 

Things Mentioned:

• US Cyber Pros Plead Guilty Over BlackCat Ransomware Activity - https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/us-cyber-pros-plead-guilty-over-ransomware-act...

In the final episode of the year, CYBR.HAK.CAST hosts Michael and Phil reflect on a busy season of learning and community. They share key takeaways from recent conferences, unpack why staying alert to online scams matters more than ever, and recap a special screening of the I Am Machine documentary. Tune in for community updates, year-end reflections, and a call to action - tell us what you want to see at CYBR.HAK.CON. 2026!

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Michael and Phil are in Austin, TX for Cyber Marketing Con! As decades long cybersecurity practitioners, they share their unique insights on the evolving world of cybersecurity marketing, influencer engagement, and content creation. 

Things Mentioned:

• CYBR.HAK.CON.
  • Website - https://www.cybrhakcon.com
  • Tickets - https://www.xcdsystem.com/cybrseccommunity/attendee/index.cfm?ID=3ZiIV4j
  • Sponsor - https://www.cybrhakcon.com/exhi...

In this episode of CYBR.HAK.CAST, hosts Michael and Phil dive into the latest cybersecurity news and trends, including major cloud outages, the impact of automation and AI on security, and recent high-profile attacks. They discuss lessons learned from real-world incidents, the importance of securing IoT devices, and the evolving tactics of threat actors. 

Things Mentioned:

• PlushDaemon compromises network devices for adversar...

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 themselves. Every guest on this show is a part of the community, bringing raw...