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DIY Cyber Guy

David W. Schropferdiycyberguy.com
DIY Cyber Guy, hosted by David W. Schropfer, offers a approachable exploration of cybersecurity, emerging technologies (like AI and Quantum Computing) for all knowledge levels. Through dynamic podcasts, expert interviews, and engaging blog posts, DIY Cyber Guy provides practical, easy-to-apply tips to stay ahead of tech trends and protect your digital world. Whether you’re curious about cutting-edge tech or looking to secure your online life, DIY Cyber Guy makes complex topics both fun and accessible.

Episodes

#70 - How to Save Money by Talking to Your Tech Team

You know time and money can be wasted on any project if you don't know what to ask your team during the process. Tech Teams are no exception. With technology expert and author Douglas Squirrel.

Jan 17, 202526 minSeason 6Ep. 70

#68 - The Misconceptions of AI - What Everybody Needs to Know

Everyone, in every job, will be impacted by AI, but maybe not in the way you think. Listen to this insightful interview with AI expert Nada Sanders, Ph.D., Professor at Northeastern University and prolific author.

Nov 18, 202442 minSeason 5Ep. 68

#65 – Demystifying Quantum Computing

Quantum Computing is based on the science of quantum mechanics, which will be 100 years old next year. Find out how quantum is impacting your life today, and how . With Dr. Paul Cadden-Zimansky @bardcollege #IYQ2025

Oct 02, 202444 minSeason 5Ep. 65

#64 - How to Avoid New FedEx and UPS Phishing Scams

Researchers at Abnormal Security have observed an increase in phishing scams impersonating FedEx and UPS. Find out what you can do with our guests Israel Mazin and Ori Mazin from Memcyco.

Sep 03, 202424 minSeason 5Ep. 64

#63 - New Concerns About Two-Factor Authentication

Should phone reps be Identity Investivators? Can all reps be trusted to keep hackers out of your accounts? In this episode learn about new, goverment ID-based methods that will keep your accounts safe with our guest expert, Aaron Painter (@aaronpa) CEO of Nametag, Inc.

Jan 15, 202426 minSeason 5Ep. 63

#59 - Effects of Twitter's Massive Data Breach (And What You Can Do)

Hackers are using the recent Twitter breach, combined with the other 4,100 data breaches in 2022, to steal identities. Learn about new systems like #DSPM to mitigate your company's sprawling data. With Flow Security CEO, Jonathan Roizin.

Dec 13, 202226 minSeason 4Ep. 59

#58 - Samsung Customer Data Hacked - What You Need To Do

Hackers stole Samsung's customer data from a US-based facility. Were you affected? What sis Samsung disclose? What should you do? With guest Javvad Malik, Lead Security Awareness Advocate at KnowBe4.

Oct 21, 202222 minSeason 4Ep. 58

#55 - Update Apple Devices Now

Serious vulnerabilities have just been patched in Apple products. If you own an Apple iPhone, iPad, or Macbook, listen to this episode to find out what happened, and what to do.

Aug 25, 20228 minSeason 4Ep. 55

#54 -  Developing a Digital Vision in Education

Preparing students for success in a digital world requires educators, administrators and parents to, directly and indirectly, educate students. With digital education expert Al Kingsley.

Aug 22, 202235 minSeason 4Ep. 54

#53 - Cybersecurity and the Future of Education

What is the future of education, and how does cybersecurity impact Education differently? How can student data be used to help predict the future success of a student, and how can universities keep student information private in the world of sophisticated cyber-attacks? Our guest is Dr. Punya Mishra, Associate Dean of Scholarship & Innovation and Professor in the Division of Educational Leadership & Innovation in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University. You can learn mor...

Jul 01, 202237 minSeason 4Ep. 53

#49 - How To Detect Data Tampering

Ransomware is increasing, and it is the worst form of data tampering. Find out new ways to understand, detect, and prevent data tampering before it impacts your home or your office.

Jun 10, 202120 minSeason 3Ep. 49

#43 - What is The Little Bird in Your Macbook?

A new Malware package named Silver Sparrow is infecting *all* Macbooks, not just the new 'M1 Chip' Macbooks. Find out more on episode 43 of @DIYcyberguy with Intelligence Analyst Brian Donohue from the security firm Red Canary.

Mar 01, 202113 minSeason 3Ep. 43

#41 - How To Easily Secure Your Wordpress Site

WordPress sites can be easily exploited by hackers. If you own one of the 455M WordPress sites worldwide, find out how to protect your site on this episode of @DIYcyberguy.

Jan 14, 202125 minSeason 3Ep. 41