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Supply chains, server crashes, and building break-ins. Our latest episode is a reminder that cybersecurity doesn’t stop at the screen. 🏢🔐 We sit down with Deviant Ollam, physical security expert and pentester, as he lifts the lid on the physical “IRL” side of security. From bypassing door locks and badge systems to testing data center defenses, Deviant shares what attackers are looking for, and why the physical layer can be the weakest link. 🚪🔑 But that’s not all! In Watchtower Weekly, we unpack how supply chain attacks are evolving into a self-reinforcing cybercrime economy — where one breach fuels the next, creating an endless loop of access, data, and profit for attackers. ⭕️💻 🏰  Watchtower Weekly Supply chain attacks are evolving into a self-reinforcing cybercrime economy ⭕️💻  Supply chain attacks now fuel a 'self-reinforcing' cybercrime economy Modern supply-chain attacks and their real-world impact 👨‍🏫  Crash Course DDoS Attacks What Is A DDOS Attack? Understanding DDoS Attacks Protecting your organization against denial of service attacks Distributed denial of service attacks - prevention and preparation 🎙  Guest Interview – Deviant Ollam 👉 Visit: deviating.net 👉 Visit: redteamtools.com 🎥 Watch  @DeviantOllam on YouTube 📲 Follow Deviant Ollam on GitHub 📲 Follow Deviant Ollam on Bluesky 🗣 #Ask1Password – Ask Us Anything!  Please send us an email at: podcast@1password.com Ask us a question in the 1Password Community forum 📲  Follow Us… Watch on YouTube Find us on Apple Podcasts Find us on Spotify Visit 1Password.com Check out our blog Find us on X @1Password Find us on Facebook or Instagram Send us an email: podcast@1password.com ❤️  Review Us... If you're loving the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Editor's note: The views and opinions expressed by the interviewee don't represent the opinions of 1Password.

Are cybersecurity professionals more burned out than ever? 😩🧠 From alert fatigue to constant vigilance, we unpack what’s driving increased stress — and what organizations can do to build sustainable security teams. Plus, we take a deep dive into spear phishing. In Crash Course, you’ll learn why it’s so effective and how AI is making targeted attacks more convincing than ever. Bron Gondwana, CEO of Fastmail joins the show later on to explore what AI-powered phishing looks like from inside your inbox. From tracking pixels to hyper-personalised scams, Bron shares what’s changing, which red flags still matter, and the simple habits that can keep you one step ahead. 📩🚩 We even make time to debunk password manager myths in #Ask1Password! 🔤 🏰  Watchtower Weekly Are cybersecurity professionals more burned out than ever? 😩🧠  Why burnout is a growing problem in cyber-security Burnout is Becoming Endemic Across the Cybersecurity Sector Sophos Report – Addressing cybersecurity burnout in 2025 Cybersecurity Burnout’s Secret Trigger: Lack of Visibility Cybersecurity professionals are burning out on extra hours every week 👨‍🏫  Crash Course Spear Phishing 1Password blog: What is phishing? As AI supercharges phishing scams, 1Password introduces built-in protection 🎙  Guest Interview – Bron Gondwana from Fastmail 👉 Visit: fastmail.com 📄Fastmail blog: The new phishing: How to spot email scams in 2025 📄Fastmail blog: This blog post was not written with AI 📲 Follow Bron Gondwanai on LinkedIn 📲 Follow @BronGondwana on X 🗣 #Ask1Password – Ask Us Anything!  Please send us an email at: podcast@1password.com Ask us a question in the 1Password Community forum 📲  Follow Us… Watch on YouTube Find us on Apple Podcasts Find us on Spotify Visit 1Password.com Check out our blog Find us on X @1Password Find us on Facebook or Instagram Send us an email: podcast@1password.com ❤️  Review Us... If you're loving the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. Editor's note: The views and opinions expressed by the interviewee don't represent the opinions of 1Password.

Kolina Koltai, an investigator at Bellingcat who tracks disinformation and online scams. She explains OSINT as digital detective work using maps, social media, and public records. Conversation covers geolocation tricks, underused sources and tools, how scammers leave traceable breadcrumbs, and spotting AI-generated profiles and influencer scams.

How can you help your loved ones navigate and securely adopt AI tools ? Will Gardner, CEO of Childnet joins the show for a vital conversation about helping families use AI safely. We talk about Childnet’s latest research and the practical ways you can become a digital role model and start better AI conversations at home. 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒💬In Watchtower Weekly, we unpack some new trends in crypto crime, from deepfake fraud to real-world attacks targeting everyday crypto holders.💰Then, in Crash Course, we break down Model Context Protocol (MCP) — the emerging standard that lets AI tools securely connect to apps and services, moving beyond chatbots toward assistants that can actually take action.And finally, another famous identity is stolen in our latest security game. 👀❓🏰  Watchtower WeeklyReal-world attacks targeting everyday crypto holders💰  Bloomberg: Small-Time Crypto Investors Are Facing Violent AttacksThe State of Crypto Scams 2025👨‍🏫  Crash CourseThis week: MCP (Modern Context Protocol)Securing the agentic future: Where MCP fits and where it doesn’t🎙  Guest Interview – Will Gardner from Childnet👉 Visit: childnet.com 🔎 Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI for Safer Internet Day 2026📄 Childnet Cheat Sheet: Generative AI🎥 Watch Childnet on YouTube📲 Follow @childnet on X📲 Follow Will Gardner on LinkedIn🗣 #Ask1Password – Ask Us Anything! Please send us an email at: podcast@1password.comAsk us a question in the 1Password Community forum📲  Follow Us…Watch on YouTubeFind us on Apple PodcastsFind us on SpotifyVisit 1Password.comCheck out our blogFind us on X @1PasswordFind us on Facebook or InstagramSend us an email: podcast@1password.com❤️  Review Us...If you're loving the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Taiga Walker, senior security engineer at 1Password who builds detection and automations, and Wade Wells, staff detection and response engineer focused on threat hunting, share practical home security habits. They talk about network segmentation, MFA and passkeys, parental controls and identity protection. They also cover smart TV risks, safe use of AI health tools, and simple family rules that actually prevent compromise.

Kick off 2026 with practical cybersecurity tips that are easy to implement! Discover how freezing your credit can guard against identity theft. Learn about the power of passkeys and the importance of multi-factor authentication. Simplify your digital life by organizing passwords with 1Password. Embrace a 'politely paranoid' mindset to catch scams early. Plus, fun anecdotes about quirky items stored in digital vaults make for an entertaining listen. Stick to small, impactful resolutions this year!

Get ready for some fiery debates on cybersecurity! The hosts tackle bold claims about passwords vanishing by 2026 and whether AI will be a savior or a source of chaos. They dive into the struggles with CAPTCHAs, question the true value of VPNs, and discuss if cyber insurance truly boosts security. Plus, a fun listener question about iPhone security adds to the mix, along with an entertaining game of guessing international idioms. Perfect for sparking arguments in your group chats!

It’s our annual festive special! 🎄✨We’re wrapping up 2025 with a holiday extravaganza packed tighter than a Christmas turkey — complete with games, AI shenanigans, and some truly unhinged cybersecurity headlines. From celebrity deepfakes to record-breaking hacks, we’re revisiting the wildest moments of the year in tech.In “Real or AI?!”, the team tries to spot which stories, voices, and headlines are real… and which ones were cooked up by AI. 🤖🎤 Then in Crack the Code, we decode 2025’s biggest breaches using the worst passwords imaginable. 🔐 And of course, we finish with a super-charged festive edition of “Hack or Hoax?!” Grab a festive drink and join us as we crown this year’s Random but Memorable Festive Champion and say goodbye to another unforgettable year of hacks, hoaxes, and holiday cheer. ❄️🎙️🗣 #Ask1Password – Ask Us Anything! Please send us an email at: podcast@1password.comAsk us a question in the 1Password Community forum📲  Follow Us…Watch on YouTubeFind us on Apple PodcastsFind us on SpotifyVisit 1Password.comCheck out our blogFind us on X @1PasswordFind us on Facebook or InstagramSend us an email: podcast@1password.com❤️  Review Us...If you're loving the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Black Friday season is upon us! 🛍️ This week, we’re joined by Simon Miller from Cifas, the UK’s leading fraud prevention service, to unpack the latest online scams. He shares essential tips to help you stay safe online and protect your hard-earned cash while shopping online this holiday season. 💳🔒In Watchtower Weekly, we dive into why weak passwords are still haunting us in 2025 (yes, even “12345” is alive and well), and what the Louvre Museum can teach us about password hygiene. 🖼️🙈Then, in Crash Course, we walk you through 1Password autofill for credit and debit cards — how it works, how it keeps your payment info secure, and why it’s a total game-changer at checkout time. ⏱️Plus, if you’re not spent-out by then, we wrap up with a Black Friday-themed round of Hack or Hoax?! 💸🏰  Watchtower WeeklyWhy we’re still using passwords like ‘12345’ in 2025. 🔤19 billion leaked passwords reveal deepening crisis: lazy, reused, and stolenThe Louvre’s video security password was reportedly ‘Louvre’📈 1Password Annual Report 2025📊 1Password Survey: Holiday scammers are getting bolder with AI, and Americans are taking the bait👨‍🏫  Crash CourseThis week: 1Password autofill for credit and debit cardsGet started: Save and fill credit cards and addresses in 1Password🎙  Guest Interview – Simon Miller from Cifas👉 Visit: cifas.org.uk📄 State of Scams 2025 Report📈 Reports and Trends from Cifas📲 Follow Simon Miller on LinkedIn📲 Follow Cifas on LinkedIn🗣 #Ask1Password – Ask Roo Anything! Please send us an email at: podcast@1password.comAsk us a question in the 1Password Community forum🤷‍♂️ Hack or Hoax?!SPOILER ALERT! 🚨: Hack or Hoax answer📲  Follow Us…Watch on YouTubeFind us on Apple PodcastsFind us on SpotifyVisit 1Password.comCheck out our blogFind us on X @1PasswordFind us on Facebook or InstagramSend us an email: podcast@1password.com❤️  Review Us...If you're loving the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Ever wondered what happens to your online accounts when you’re gone? 💭 This week, we’re joined by Erin Bury, Co-founder and CEO of Willful, to talk about the importance of digital estate planning — what it is, why it matters, and how to make it easier. Erin breaks down how to protect your online accounts, manage your digital legacy, and give your loved ones control of the information that matters most. 📝💙In Crash Course, we’re going back to basics with a beginner’s guide to AI in 2025 — what it really means, how it works, and why it’s transforming cybersecurity. 🤖 Then in Watchtower Weekly, we uncover the rise of AI impersonator scams including fake ChatGPT tools and malicious “AI upgrades” that trick people into giving up their data. ⚠️🏰  Watchtower Weekly“AI Impersonators”: The darker side of AI hype. 🤖 Kaspersky: ChatGPT-Mimicking Cyberthreats Surge 115% in Early 2025Global State of Authentication Survey 2025 – YubicoCybercriminals are using SEO to get popular fake AI tools loaded with malware to rank high on GoogleCheck before you click: ransomware gangs are disguising their tools as popular AI appsFake ChatGPT Desktop App Delivering PipeMagic Backdoor, Microsoft says👨‍🏫  Crash CourseThis week: What actually is AI in 2025?Understanding Transformer Neural Network Model in Deep Learning and NLP🎙  Guest Interview – Erin Bury from Willful👉 Visit: willful.co👩‍🎓 Learn more: willful.co/learn📚 Book Erin mentioned: The Measure: A Novel by Nikki Erlick🎧 Listen to our previous Digital Estate Planning Special with Dave and Sara Teare📄 1Password guide: How to get started with digital estate planning📄 1Password blog: Digital estate planning: How to share digital accounts safely📲 Follow @erinbury on X👉 Visit: erinbury.com🗣 #Ask1Password – Ask Roo Anything! Please send us an email at: podcast@1password.comAsk us a question in the 1Password Community forum📲  Follow Us…Watch on YouTubeFind us on Apple PodcastsFind us on SpotifyVisit 1Password.comCheck out our blogFind us on X @1PasswordFind us on Facebook or InstagramSend us an email: podcast@1password.com❤️  Review Us...If you're loving the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.