10 Best Cyber Security Podcasts For Beginners

1. Darknet Diaries

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Explore true stories of the dark side of the Internet with host Jack Rhysider as he takes you on a journey through the chilling world of hacking, data breaches, and cyber crime.
Ranking #12 in Spotify Charts (US)
Host Jack Rhysider
Producer/Network Jack Rhysider
Email ****@darknetdiaries.com
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 11.5KFacebook 70.3KTwitter 115KInstagram 4.6K Avg Length 69 min Format Long form Since Sep 2017 Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Scinary Information Nexus

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Scinary Cybersecurity is here to 'Serve and defend those who serve and defend others'. To help us 'serve and defend' we pull from many different sources - experts, colleagues, industry standards, etc... We hit every subject from all angles making it easy to understand while also letting us go in depth. Making this podcast perfect for cybersecurity beginners and experts alike. Come join us on our journey to constantly educate ourselves and explore the amazing things that are happening in our industry.MORE Hosts Richard Martin, Joseph Hamilton, Mario Ortiz, Tye Valdis, Brazos Wortham
Producer/Network Scinary Cybersecurity
Email ****@scinary.com
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10 Avg Length 64 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Hacking Humans

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Deception, influence, and social engineering in the world of cyber crime.
Hosts Dave Bittner, Joe Carrigan, Maria Varmazis
Producer/Network N2K Networks
Email ****@thecyberwire.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 403 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. The Social-Engineer Podcast

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The Social-Engineer Podcast is about humans. Understanding how we interact, communicate and relay information can help us protect, mitigate and understand social engineering attacks
Host Christopher Hadnagy
Producer/Network Social-Engineer, LLC
Email ****@social-engineer.org
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 237Facebook 1.3KTwitter 16KInstagram 3.4K Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Since Oct 2009 Get Email Contact

5. Malicious Life

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Tales of cybersecurity. The wildest hacks you can ever imagine, told by people who were actually there. Hosted by cybersecurity expert and book author, Ran Levi, this is not your average talk-show. These are fascinating, unknown tales, slowly unraveled, deeply researched. Think Hardcore History meets Hackable- and come dig into a history you never knew existed.MORE Host Ran Levi
Producer/Network Malicious Life
Email ****@ranlevi.com
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 1.3KFacebook 418Twitter 23.1K Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. Smashing Security

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Stories from the world of hacking, ransomware, cybersecurity, and rogue AI. Smashing Security isn't your typical tech podcast. Hosted by cybersecurity veteran Graham Cluley, it serves up weekly tales of cybercrime, hacking horror stories, privacy blunders, and tech mishaps - all with sharp insight, a sense of humour, and zero tolerance for tech waffle. Winner of the best and most entertaining cybersecurity podcast awards in 2018, 2019, 2022, 2023, and 2024, Smashing Security has had over ten million downloads. Past guests include Garry Kasparov, Mikko Hyppönen, and Jack Rhysider...MORE Hosts Graham Clule, Carole Theriault
Producer/Network Graham Cluley & Carole Theriault
Email ****@smashingsecurity.com
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 715 Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. The Privacy, Security, & OSINT Show

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Your weekly dose of privacy, digital security, and open source intelligence (OSINT) news and opinion.
Email ****@enterprise-speakers.com
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Twitter 48.6K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Since Oct 2016 Get Email Contact

8. Null404: The Cyber Security Podcast

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'Join Mrfloppy and S1nack, two seasoned cybersecurity experts, as they delve into the latest trends and challenges in the world of information security. Null404: The Cybersecurity Podcast is a weekly show that covers a wide range of topics, including threat intelligence, incident response, network security, and obtaining cybersecurity-specific certifications. With their infectious energy and insightful commentary, Mrfloppy and S1nack bring the world of cybersecurity to life, making it accessible and engaging for both seasoned professionals and tech-savvy beginners.MORE Estimated listeners
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9. Cyber Security Café

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Interested in staying safe online or a cyber security professional? Leading cyber security consultant and advisor, Beverley Roche talks to global experts, academics and researchers to provide insights on the issues impacting the cyber security profession and our connected life. If you're interested in updates on current professional practice or protecting your online experience against criminal or unauthorised access, this podcast will help you with tips to protect your online identity and data.MORE Producer/Network Beverley Roche
Email ****@eastcoaststudio.com.au
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Apple Rating 3/5Apple Reviews 79 Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact