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Security News Episodes

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July 19, 2026

216: Coca-Cola Hack, Apple's Secret Zero-Day, Why Gen Z Loses Job Offers

Go to our sponsor https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/ to get help with your cyber career ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Why is Coca-Cola shutting down US factories? In this episode of The TechTual Talk, we break down the sudden ransomware attack on a massive $4B dairy subsidiary that is disrupting supply chains. Plus, we dive into the wild new update on the Apple vs. OpenAI lawsuit involving an unreturned laptop and a zero-day explo...
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July 13, 2026

215: Why is Apple suing OpenAI?

Go to our sponsor ttps://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/ to get help with your cyber career ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, we break down the high-stakes corporate legal battle that is shaking up the tech industry. Plus, we dive into federal cyber agency CISA admitting to major incident response struggles, Meta's new AI sneaking its way into your camera roll, the EU's potential ban on addictive app de...
214
July 8, 2026

214: The First AI Ransomware Attack, 3 Million Texas IDs Stolen & Fake Zoom Interview Hack?

Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome back to The Techtual Talk! This week, HD and @Cybershortieee dive deep into the wildest tech breaches, career shakeups, and security nightmares hitting the headlines right now. From an unprecedented cyber attack entirely executed by artificial intelligence to millions...
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June 15, 2026

211: Coupang’s $409M Fine, ServiceNow Flaw, Anthropic Fable and AI Hiring Bias

Make sure databrokers don’t have your data with Aura: https://aura.com/techtualchatter ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Welcome back to The Techtual Talk! This week, HD and CyberShortieee break down the latest cyber headlines and brutal job market realities. 🔍 What We Cover: $409M Coupang Fine: An IT insider steals corporate keys and exposes two-thirds of South Korea. ServiceNow API Exploit: The real-world scramble inside the SOC over a critica...
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June 9, 2026

210: IBM was hacked 56,000 times(and nobody knew)

Check us out on Patreon: https://patreon.com/techtualchatter ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ An executive turned whistleblower just exposed a massive corporate cover-up at IBM. In this episode, we break down how Chinese state-sponsored hackers allegedly breached IBM’s core network over 56,000 times—and why it was kept hidden from the US government. Plus, we’re diving into a stealthy 5-month hack on a global stock exchange , a dangerous new ran...
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April 13, 2026

205: Is Claude Mythos the End of Cybersecurity? (Project Glasswing)

Book a call: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ HD & Cybershortieee react to latest AI news regarding Anthropic's Claude Mythos and Project Glasswing. What does it really mean for the industry. They also will touch on Delve's fiasco, career advice and much more sit back relax and enjoy the show ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Get your It pro career pac...
204
March 31, 2026

204: Ep. 204 FBI Director & Lockheed Martin Hacked: America’s Worst Security Disaster?

Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The episode features an alarming claim that Iranian hackers compromised the personal email account of an individual associated with the FBI Director, specifically naming Kash Patel. This incident is discussed alongside a confirmed data breach at Crunchyroll and the discovery...
March 17, 2026

ep. 203 Iranian hackers Just DELETED Stryker: The Scariest Cyber Attack of 2026.

Get into cybersecurity here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of the Techtual Talk podcast, HD and Cybershortieee cover major cyber stories including a pro-Iran “wiper” attack claim against medical device giant Stryker that allegedly wiped 200,000 systems via Microsoft Intune, ShinyHunters exploiting misconfigured Salesforce Experience Cloud using a modified defensive tool, a...
March 10, 2026

Ep. 202 Why Gen Z is getting FIRED, Capella's Master Degree in 36 days, $300k Cyber Jobs

Get into cybersecurity here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD & @Cybershortieee debate Gen Z workplace readiness ,major cyber and tech stories including the FBI wiretap-system, a 3.4M-TriZetto health-data breach, ransomware via stolen credentials/remote access, Trump’s brief cyber strategy amid CISA cuts, Claude/Anthropic’s Firefox bug-find...
March 2, 2026

Ep. 201 Why Jack Dorsey Just Fired 4,000 People (And Who Is Next) |

Get into cybersecurity here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This episode of The TechTual Talk covers cybersecurity news and trends, featuring lively discussions between HD and Cybershortieee. Key topics include the Block laying off 40% of their staff, PayPal data breach exposing highly sensitive information, ATM jackpotting attacks, vulnerabilities in AI tools like Claude Code, corporate etiquet...
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Jan. 5, 2026

Episode 199 Ex Intel Employee stole 18,000 files, Top Breaches of 2025, Career Advice for your 30s

Get into cybersecurity here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/57 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This episode of The TechTual Talk covers New Year plans, tech gear choices, the pros and cons of GM dropping Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the rise of agentic AI browsers and their security risks. Henri and Cybershortieee discuss digital career pivots, insider security threats, work/life balance, the impact of AI in cybersecuri...
Nov. 27, 2025

Ep. 196 CrowdStrike's Insider Threat Problem, $140k Student Loan Debt, and Phishing Attacks

Get into cybersecurity here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/57 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD and CyberShortieee dive into cybersecurity news and insights, focusing on topics like phishing attacks, the risks of legacy systems, insider threats at CrowdStrike, and how AI is reshaping entry-level cyber roles, student loan debt and are trades the answer. They also share career tips, discuss t...
Nov. 21, 2025

Episode 195 Cloudflare’s Outage, DoorDash hacked, Nvidia $57B revenue, and Tech Career Crashouts

Get into cybersecurity here : https://app.techtualconsulting.tech/bundles/57 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode, HD and CyberShortieee dive into everything from navigating IT career moves and salary negotiation, to analyzing the recent Cloudflare outage, security breaches at DoorDash, and major trends in AI, cybersecurity, and digital identity—all while mixing in pop culture discussions and real-world advice for leveling up your c...
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Oct. 6, 2025

Ep. 191 AI Boyfriends, Roblox is Creepy, & Cyber News

Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The Techtual Talk, kicking off Cybersecurity Awareness Month, HD and Cybershortieee dive into timely security tips, high-profile breaches like Red Hat and Salesforce, the challenges of AI in the workplace, privacy concerns, and the real-life impacts of tech...
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Aug. 5, 2025

Ep.184 Cyber News: PaloAlto buys CyberArk,Tea App Hacked again, Tech Women leave TikTok

Book a call here: https://calendly.com/techtuaulconsulting ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk HD and Cybershortieee cover the Tea app new hack, where private messages were leaked. They also discuss paloalto $25 billion acquisition of CyberArk, St. Paul suffered a cuber attack, oversharing in tech careers, the risks of AI deepfakes, and corporate workplace issues. #technews #corporateamerica #cybersecurity --...
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June 17, 2025

Ep. 177 iOS 26 Good?, Google Cloud Outage, Android 16, & Discord Invite Link Exploits

Check out our Sponsor SNHU to learn more about their cybersecurity degree program https://snhu.edu/techtual ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode of The TechTual Talk, HD covers the Google Cloud outage, hackers exploiting Discord invite links, and a cyberattack on grocery distributor UNFI. He discusses the Xbox handheld announcement, new iOS 26 features, debates on workplace diversity, and tips for job seekers. The episode blends te...
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May 19, 2025

Ep. 173 CrowdStrike Layoffs, AI Missteps, and Industry Shakeups

Learn how you can work with me one on one to secure a $90K+ cybersecurity role: link: https://techtualconsulting.tech/video-training ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ In this episode, HD and CyberShortiee break down CrowdStrike's recent layoffs, Change HealthCare's breach update, major cybersecurity incidents impacting healthcare and aviation, explore the challenges of AI in hiring and resume writing, and share the latest tech news with their...
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March 24, 2025

Ep. 165 Google Buys Wiz for $32 Billion in EPIC deal

Check out our Sponsor SNHU to learn more about their cybersecurity degree program https://snhu.edu/techtual Google has acquired Wiz the Cloud Security platform in a blockbuster deal for $32 Billion after Wiz previously turned them down last year. WhatsApp had a zero day exploited in Paragon software A Federal Judge has blocked DOGE’s access to Social Security Administration data. Apple is facing heat for not coming through with Apple Intelligence and much more. #Wiz #google #apple join the dis...
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July 20, 2024

The AT&T Cyber Attack is BIGGER than IMAGINED all CUSTOMERS Affected

Send us a Text Message. Go to our sponsor https://aura.com/techtualchatter to get a 14- day FREE trial and see if your personal information has been leaked online Our hosts discuss the vulnerabilities in third-party cloud services, with a spotlight on Snowflake's role in the recent AT&T data breach, affecting hundreds of companies and millions of users. Listen as they dissect the security flaws that led to exposed customer call and text records and the steps you can take to safeguard your perso...
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July 4, 2024

Was the Federal Reserve Bank Hacked?

Join us in this episode of The TechTual Talk as Henri and Destini discuss recent cybersecurity incidents, including the Lockbit attack on Evolve Trust, CDK Global outage and Kaspersky's new US ban. Special guest Kenneth shares insights on remote work, education vs. experience in hiring, and the importance of work-life balance. Plus, we dive into the latest TV show critiques and industry trends. Don't miss out on expert advice and light-hearted banter! #cybersecurity #technews #RemoteWork #TechTalk #Ransomware
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May 31, 2024

Microsoft's AI Recall Privacy NightMare | Facial Recognition HUGE Problem

Send us a Text Message. In this compelling episode, "Microsoft's AI Recall Privacy Night Mare | Facial Recognition Tech HUGE Problem" your hosts Henri and Destini W dive deep into the digital underbelly of cybersecurity breaches that are making headlines. Featuring guest expert Lee, we unravel the recent devastating hacks on PC Tattletale and the Mitre Corporation, and the far-reaching impacts of these breaches on personal and corporate data. 📼 **Nostalgia Alert!** Join us as we take a trip dow...
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May 13, 2024

United Healthcare's Billion Dollar Security Problem | Ascenion health hacked !

In this riveting episode of The TechTual Talk hosts Henri and Destini W dive deep into the alarming cybersecurity breach that hit United Healthcare, leading to staggering losses nearing $872 million. Join us as we unravel the details of the sophisticated ransomware attack by the Black Cat gang, which exploited vulnerabilities due to inadequate security measures like the absence of multifactor authentication. Understand the dire consequences of the breach that not only affected critical healthcar...
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April 12, 2024

AT&T's Hacking Nightmare: Millions of Customer Records Leaked

Welcome to The TechTual Talk, where hosts Destini and Henri dive deep into the dynamic world of tech, cybersecurity, and workplace challenges. In our riveting latest episode, AT&T's Hacking Nightmare: Millions of Customer Records Leaked, we unpack the startling breach of AT&T, exposing the vulnerability of data in an ever-connected world. Our discourse transcends technical boundaries, exploring the intersection of groundbreaking AI and cybercrime, with a special focus on a sophisticated AI-gener...
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March 11, 2024

Meta Suffered Massive Outage ! | Is Cyber Security Boring? | Change Healthcare paid the Ransom ?

Could the Meta platforms outage be a harbinger of digital vulnerability we've ignored for too long? Join Destiny and I as we unpack the complexities of cybersecurity, not to paint a daunting picture, but to reveal its multifaceted nature, brimming with challenges and thrills. From a deep dive into the recent Meta mishap to the nuances of "soft life" illusions online, we're peeling back layers of the tech world's most pressing issues. We won't shy away from the lighter side either, sharing our ho...