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DTF Cyber Podcast

Damian, Troy, and Fern break down the week’s biggest hacks, breaches, and zero-days with zero corporate filter. Expect strong opinions, dark humor, and actionable intel from three pros who’ve been in the trenches. New episodes drop when the news is too wild to ignore.

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01:06:38

Your Resume is Boring. Here’s Why You’re Still Stuck...

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2026/04/27

Is your resume landing in the trash before a human even sees it?This week on the DTF Cyber Podcast, Troy, Damian, and Fern get brutally honest about the cybersecurity job market. We aren't just talking about certifications; we're talking about why the standard advice is failing the next generation of cyber professionals.Troy reveals why he trashed 48 resumes in one morning, Damian explains why a GitHub repo is worth more than a degree, and Fern asks the questions every job-seeker is thinking but is

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53:00

Anthropic Mythos: The AI That Just Fired Its CISO? |...

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2026/04/13

Anthropic just changed the rules of the game with "Mythos"—a frontier-tier model that doesn't just find vulnerabilities; it reasons through a 23,000-word "Living Constitution" to decide if it even wants to help you.In this milestone Episode 40, Damian, Troy, and Fern dive into Project Glasswing, the secret group of 12 companies given early access to this "digital nuke," and debate whether we are heading toward a future of AI-on-AI warfare. From 72% exploit success rates to AI toilets, we cover the

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49:52

Your AI Just Spent $50,000: The Shadow AI Agent...

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2026/04/06

In this episode, Damian, Troy, and Fern dive into the 'Wild West' of 2026: Shadow AI.From autonomous agents paying unapproved invoices to the rinse and repeat of the 2010 cloud revolution, the team debates whether AI agents are productivity miracles or a liability nightmare for the modern CISO.Timestamps:⁠00:00 - The $50k Shadow Agent Invoice01:02 - Fern’s Nightmare Scenario: The AI Agent in Production02:15 - 2010 vs. 2026: Why Shadow AI is the new Shadow IT04:14 - Damian’s Technical Deep Dive: The

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01:04:41

The Life and Death Stakes of Healthcare Cybersecurity...

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2026/03/16

In Episode 38 of the DTF Cyber Podcast, Fern and Troy welcome Healthcare CISO, Bob Schlotfelt. We dive into why an incident at a hospital is fundamentally different from a retail breach. While Damian is out, Bob brings decades of insight into protecting patient safety over just protecting data. We discuss the nightmare of unpatchable medical devices, why compliance doesn't equal security, and the hilarious (but effective) ways to get a nurse's attention for security training.Chapter Markers:•⁠

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01:06:06

Cybersecurity Salaries 2026: The "AI Squeeze" is Here...

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2026/03/09

Is the "Cyber Skills Gap" a myth? In this episode, Damian, Troy, and Fern strip away the HR fluff and talk about the cold, hard reality of the 2026 job market. From entry-level SOC roles being "squeezed" by AI to $3.5M CISO roles that come with massive personal liability, we’re breaking down what you’re actually worth and why your resume is likely being ghosted by a bot. If you aren't negotiating your insurance and building your own AI tools, you're falling behind. THE DEEP DIVE: •⁠ ⁠00:00 – Intro•⁠

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01:12:52

Why Your Tech Won’t Save You: The Human ROI of Cyber...

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2026/03/02

Chances are you’ve got the best tech money can buy, the latest AI, and the biggest firewalls—but you’re still losing. In this episode of the DTF Cyber Podcast, Damian and Fern sit down with Vancouver-based leadership coach and "positivity troll" Dom Vogel to discuss why the weakest link in cybersecurity isn’t a line of code, it’s the person behind the keyboard.We’re ignoring the hardware today to focus on the Human Side of Security. Dom shares his 20+ years of experience transitioning from corporate

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01:03:47

72 Hours to Report or Else: The New Compliance Nightmare

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2026/02/23

In this episode, Damian, Troy, and Fern dive into the heated controversy surrounding new federal reporting mandates. We explore the "Feds vs. Firewalls" dynamic: does mandatory reporting actually help stop the bad guys, or is it just a massive resource drain on teams already fighting for their lives? We break down the 72-hour reporting window for significant incidents and the even tighter 24-hour requirement if you decide to pay a ransom. From the ambiguity of what defines a "significant incident"

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57:12

OpenClaw: The Dangerous Evolution of Autonomous AI...

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2026/02/16

In this episode of the DTF Cyber Podcast, Damian, Troy , and Fern dive into the rapid and often confusing shift from tools like Clawdbot to Moltbot and finally OpenClaw. They discuss why these autonomous agents are more than just a productivity trend—they represent a significant new attack surface for the modern enterprise.From the "Toddler with a Chainsaw" analogy to the risk of "Shadow AI" in the workplace, we break down the security implications of giving AI bots unfettered access to your network

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01:22:02

When the World is on Fire: Mental Health and Cyber...

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2026/02/02

Is the constant wave of alerts keeping you up at 3 a.m.?In this episode of the DTF Cyber Podcast, industry veterans Damian, Troy, and Fern dive deep into the reality of mental health and burnout in the cybersecurity industry. Special guest CISO, Vito Rocco jumps deep into this conversation.With 78% of professionals feeling stressed out and 62% citing alert overload as a primary cause, it's clear the industry needs a culture shift. We discuss the pressures of catastrophic risk , the fear of missing

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01:18:17

8 Ways to Jumpstart Your Cybersecurity Career in 2026...

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2026/01/19

2026 is here, and the cybersecurity job market is evolving. Whether you are trying to break into the industry or land your next senior role, the playbook has changed.In this episode of the DTF Cyber Podcast, Fern and Troy are joined by Gary Perkins (CISO at CISO Global) to break down 8 actionable steps you can take right now to jumpstart your career. From building public red team projects to mastering new attack toolchains like the Flipper Zero, we cover the technical and soft skills that hiring

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49:15

2026 Cyber Predictions: AI Agents, Record Ransomware...

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2025/12/24

Is 2026 the year AI takes over everything—including the crimes? 🤖💸In the final episode of 2025, Damian and Troy break down their Top 8 Cyber Predictions for 2026. From AI agents executing 90% of breaches to ransomware payouts potentially hitting half a billion dollars, the future of cybersecurity is moving fast. We also discuss the "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later" threat, why your LinkedIn profile picture might already be a lie, and the new $150k entry-level salary standard.Plus, we’re ending the year

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58:51

The Ultimate Cybersecurity Gift Guide (Under $100,...

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2025/12/17

The 2025 Cyber Christmas List That Actually Gets You HiredHappy holidays, nerds!Your mom just spent $79 on a “hacker hoodie” that says “Trust Me” in Comic Sans……while real juniors are out here making six figures with a $29 Yubikey and a Raspberry Pi.In Episode 30, Damian, Troy & Fern save your Christmas with the only cyber gifts worth buying in 2025:• Under $50 stocking stuffers that turn into paychecks• $50–$150 tools that get you interviews• $150–$300 big wins that scream “I’m serious”•

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01:03:40

Your Google Account Just Got Hacked – And You Didn’t...

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2025/12/09

2.5 billion daily account-takeover attempts.That’s one every 34 microseconds.Damian, Troy & Fern go full send-it mode on the 2025 ATO playbook: SIM swaps, session-token theft, MFA fatigue bombing, rogue QR codes, deep-fake family scams, and the OAuth tokens you granted in 2017 that are still wide open.Timestamps00:00 – Intro05:20 – SIM swaps & losing your phone number in minutes09:40 – Why password resets are useless (session tokens survive)14:20 – MFA fatigue / push-notification

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01:03:02

AI Just Hacked the World With Almost No Humans Involved

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2025/11/27

Anthropic’s new report is a wake-up call: hackers turned Claude into a near-autonomous espionage agent that handled 90% of the attack chain by itself. The future is officially here… and it’s terrifying.We go deep on how they did it, why current defenses are cooked, and what defenders need to do yesterday.Timestamps00:00 – The scariest line Anthropic has ever published01:17 – “Set it and forget it” – the new AI attack paradigm04:04 – Breaking attacks into tiny, undetectable chunks13:48 – Attackers

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54:09

60+ Cybersecurity Tools Per Company: Fix Tool Sprawl...

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2025/11/17

The average company now runs 60+ cybersecurity tools — more apps than most people have on their phone. Is this making us safer… or just creating chaos, alert fatigue, and million-dollar shelf ware?In this episode, Damian, Troy, and Fern rip apart the tool sprawl epidemic: why CISOs are drowning in overlapping platforms, how 7% of IT budget became the “standard,” when best-of-breed actually beats single-vendor, and how to start consolidating before you go insane.Real talk from three practitioners

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01:15:32

CEO Teams Scam EXPOSED: $106M Louvre Heist Used...

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2025/11/10

In this eye-opening episode of the DTF Cyber Podcast, hosts Damian, Troy, and Fern tackle the theme of trust in cybersecurity. From external hackers spoofing CEOs in Microsoft Teams to incident response firms secretly double-dipping in ransomware negotiations, and a shocking $106M heist at the Louvre enabled by the password “louvre,” the crew explores real-world threats and defenses. Plus, tips on security training, OSINT risks, mental health in cyber, and protecting against title fraud. Whether

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01:02:25

Do You Need Cybersecurity Certs for a 6-Figure Job?...

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2025/11/03

Dive into the wild world of cybersecurity certifications on this episode of the DTF Cyber Podcast! Hosts Damien, Troy, and Fern break down whether certs are the golden ticket to a six-figure cyber career, or if passion, experience, and networking matter more. From entry-level tips like CompTIA Security+ to gold standards like CISSP, they share real talk on getting hired, avoiding burnout, and building a standout resume in today's tough job market. Perfect for newbies, mid-career pros, or anyone

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01:22:23

CISO Budget Hacks: $2B Negotiator Reveals How to Win...

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2025/10/29

Join hosts Fern and Troy as they sit down with legendary negotiator and cybersecurity expert Jean Shapiro (formerly of American Express) for an in-depth discussion on navigating cybersecurity budgets, building trust with vendors, leveraging crises for improvement, and fostering a culture of transparency. From managing $2B budgets to avoiding sales pitfalls and tying security to business impact, Jean shares real-world insights from her decades in the field. Whether you’re dealing with ransomware

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01:02:50

The Battle of the CISOs: Technical vs Non-Technical...

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2025/10/24

Welcome to Episode 23 of the DTF Cyber Podcast! 🎙️ Join our hosts as they dive into the evolving world of cybersecurity leadership, exploring what it takes to be a CISO in 2025. From technical acumen vs. business savvy to AI’s revolutionary impact on the industry, we unpack critical insights for aspiring and seasoned security pros. Plus, hear about Vegas’s tight-knit cyber community, data breach lessons, and the F1 party vibe! 💻 Don’t miss this mix of career advice, tech trends, and real-world

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01:09:58

Trust But Verify: The Hidden Cost of AI...

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2025/10/13

Join Damian, Troy, and Fern on Episode 22 of the DTF Cyber Podcast (@DTFCyberPodcast) as we tear into Deloitte’s $290K AI hallucination disaster—fake references, a misquoted judge, and a botched Australian government report that’s shaking trust in AI. From AI’s role in cyber chaos to practical tips for validation, we’ve got CISOs and tech lovers covered. Timestamps (Extracted from Transcript):Timestamps (Extracted from Transcript):00:00 – 01:26 | Intro: AI Hallucinations & Holiday Banter01:26 –

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