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219 - The Lightweight and Aerodynamic Episode

219 - The Lightweight and Aerodynamic Episode

Update: 2025-05-12
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Episode 219 of the Host Unknown Podcast covers a wide range of humorous and insightful discussions relating to both technology and personal anecdotes. Key segments include a nostalgic look back at significant moments in InfoSec history, as well as a critique of a poorly-constructed analogy between casino strategies and cybersecurity. The hosts also discuss the misadventures of an AI app that wasn't really AI, cyber insurance claims, the fines against TikTok and NSO Group, and the importance of Cyber Essentials certification. The episode is peppered with casual banter about everyday life and observations, making for an entertaining yet informative listen. 

00:00 Introduction and Initial Banter 

00:57 Podcast Introduction and Missing Guest 

01:29 Wrestling Anecdotes and Technical Difficulties 

03:04 Travel Plans and Airport Preferences 

05:12 Manchester Trip and Quiet Carriage Etiquette 

08:58 InfoSec History: Banned from the Internet 

11:00 InfoSec History: The Love Letter Virus 

14:17 Rant of the Week: Casino Mindset in Security 

18:19 Understanding the Author's Perspective 

19:19 AI Shopping App Scandal 

24:30 Industry News Highlights 

26:00 TikTok's Data Transfer Fine 

29:08 Meta vs. NSO Group 31:40 Cyber Essentials Certification 

35:58 Tweet of the Week 

38:23 Conclusion and Farewell


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219 - The Lightweight and Aerodynamic Episode

219 - The Lightweight and Aerodynamic Episode

Javvad Malik, Andrew Agnes