Episode #266: The Power of Human Behavior with Dr. Leigh Richardson and Christopher Hadnagy

Social engineering is often associated with cyber threats, but it can also be a force for good. In this episode of In Your Head Radio, I speak with Christopher Hadnagy, a leading expert in social engineering, ethical hacking, and human behavior. As the CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC and founder of The Innocent Lives Foundation, Christopher has spent decades applying his expertise to protect individuals and organizations from cyber threats while also working to identify and stop those who exploit children online. Listen here: https://bit.ly/DrLeighChrisHadnagy Our conversation explores how understanding human behavior can be leveraged for ethical purposes, from safeguarding digital environments to using social engineering for positive change. Christopher shares insights from his extensive experience in cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and advocacy, offering practical steps individuals and organizations can take to enhance online safety. Social engineering is part of everyday interactions and can be used to protect rather than exploit. The psychological toll of combating child exploitation and the importance of resilience in advocacy work. How individuals and businesses can proactively create safer digital environments through education and awareness. This discussion is a must-listen for anyone interested in cybersecurity, ethics, and the impact of human behavior on digital safety. This episode and more are available on Audible, Amazon Music, Amazon Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher, Player FM, and Podcast Addict.