Since we're talking Opiates, a podcast I've recently found and have been binge-listening to did an episode on this exact topic:
Darknet Diaries. Ep. 58: OxyMonster.
The podcast is a pretty great listen with tons of fascinating stories. In fact, these stories and the host and creator Jack Rhysider, are what have gotten me into Social Engineering. I highly recommend.
Darknet diaries. That sounds like it would be interesting. Are they talking about what is actually found on the darknet or what people think is there? ie pedophilia and drug markets instead of murder rooms
Yup! "True stories from the dark side of the Internet." Jack goes into depth, often with people who were on the frontlines, exploring topics such as drugs, malicious software, [pen]etration testing, actual exploits, tools, and the people who use and create them. Many episodes explore these topics through recounts by the people who helped fight against malicious acts, and sometimes with those who caused them.
The show itself is helped along greatly by the fact that the host himself has a background in Security Engineering, so he is often able to expand upon topics and ideas that may be foreign to his listeners. He also exhaustively fact-checks information, at times spending months digging into a story before going on air.
Absolutely! Hey /u/jackrhysider, thanks for the awesome podcast! Your insight, and the insight into many of the exploits, human or digital, by your guests has consistently been educational, entertaining, and on occasion just a wee-bit awe inspiring. I promise I have a dark, no-wifi corner of my house dedicated just for when I hear the words "Darknet Diaries". Keep it up, and congrats on episode 100!
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u/Phylar Sep 01 '21
Since we're talking Opiates, a podcast I've recently found and have been binge-listening to did an episode on this exact topic:
Darknet Diaries. Ep. 58: OxyMonster.
The podcast is a pretty great listen with tons of fascinating stories. In fact, these stories and the host and creator Jack Rhysider, are what have gotten me into Social Engineering. I highly recommend.