The Lazarus Heist S1: 1. Hacking Hollywood
This episode uncovers the full story behind the 2014 Sony Pictures hack, revealing how the North Korean Lazarus Group retaliated against the studio for its film "The Interview," which controversially depicted the assassination of Kim Jong-un. It explores the immediate chaos caused by the digital assault, the subsequent leaks of highly sensitive company data, and the escalating threats that transformed cybercrime into fears of real-world violence, impacting employees, executives, and the movie's premiere. The hosts also delve into North Korea's sacrosanct view of its leaders and the dangerous implications for American journalists operating in the country.
