Phishing For Answers

“Phishing for Answers” brings you insider knowledge from the front lines of cybersecurity. Listen in as we speak with seasoned professionals about overcoming phishing attacks, managing user training, and implementing solutions that work. From practical insights to actionable strategies, this podcast is your guide to strengthening security awareness across your organization.

Phishing For Answers is a business podcast hosted by Joshua Crumbaugh, Founder & CEO of PhishFirewall, with 57 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Joshua Crumbaugh, Founder & CEO of PhishFirewall hosts Phishing For Answers, a business show with 57 episodes published.

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  Phishing for Answers: Cybercrime Lessons from Chris Tarbell

  Jul 27, 202635 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Phishing for Answers, Joshua Crumbaugh talks with former FBI Special Agent Chris Tarbell about cybercrime investigations, takedowns, and the human mistakes that make cases break open. They discuss what investigators look for, how suspects expose themselves, what the Silk Road case taught him, and what defenders can learn from how cybercrime investigations actually work. Joshua Crumbaugh is a world-renowned ethical hacker and a subject matter expert in social engineering and behavioral science. As the CEO and Founder of PhishFirewall, he brings a unique perspective on cybersecurity, leveraging his deep expertise to help organizations understand and combat human-centered vulnerabilities in their security posture. His work focuses on redefining security awareness through cutting-edge AI, behavioral insights, and innovative phishing simulations. PhishFirewall uses AI-driven micro-training and continuous, TikTok-style video content to eliminate 99% of risky clicks—zero admin effort required. Ready to see how we can fortify your team against phishing threats? Schedule a quick demo today!

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  Users Are Not the Enemy: Dr. Angela Sasse on Human-Centered Security

  Jul 14, 202637 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail For years, cybersecurity has called users the weakest link. What if we have been asking the wrong question?\n\nIn this episode of Phishing for Answers, Joshua Crumbaugh sits down with Dr. Angela Sasse, one of the pioneers of human-centered security and the researcher behind the influential idea that users are not the enemy.\n\nThey discuss why organizations continue to struggle with security behavior, what most security awareness programs get wrong, how friction and poor interfaces shape risky behavior, the role of cognitive biases in social engineering, and how organizations can respond to the rapid adoption of AI tools.\n\nThis is a conversation about designing security people can actually use. Joshua Crumbaugh is a world-renowned ethical hacker and a subject matter expert in social engineering and behavioral science. As the CEO and Founder of PhishFirewall, he brings a unique perspective on cybersecurity, leveraging his deep expertise to help organizations understand and combat human-centered vulnerabilities in their security posture. His work focuses on redefining security awareness through cutting-edge AI, behavioral insights, and innovative phishing simulations. PhishFirewall uses AI-driven micro-training and continuous, TikTok-style video content to eliminate 99% of risky clicks—zero admin effort required. Ready to see how we can fortify your team against phishing threats? Schedule a quick demo today!

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  Phishing 4 Answers: Jay McKickle on Extreme Cyber Defense

  Jun 24, 202636 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail When your office ranges from the bottom of the ocean to the vacuum of space, cybersecurity is about protecting life and critical infrastructure. In this episode of Phishing 4 Answers , Joshua Crumbaugh sits down with Jay McKickle , Chief Information Security Officer of Oceaneering. Jay is responsible for the digital resilience of a global leader in subsea robotics, maritime technology, and aerospace engineering. We dive into the complexities of securing operational technology (OT), managing global supply chain risks, and the unique challenges of remote-piloted offshore operations. Join us as we explore what it takes to defend a technology stack that operates where others can't follow. Joshua Crumbaugh is a world-renowned ethical hacker and a subject matter expert in social engineering and behavioral science. As the CEO and Founder of PhishFirewall, he brings a unique perspective on cybersecurity, leveraging his deep expertise to help organizations understand and combat human-centered vulnerabilities in their security posture. His work focuses on redefining security awareness through cutting-edge AI, behavioral insights, and innovative phishing simulations. PhishFirewall uses AI-driven micro-training and continuous, TikTok-style video content to eliminate 99% of risky clicks—zero admin effort required. Ready to see how we can fortify your team against phishing threats? Schedule a quick demo today!

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  Phishing for Answers: The CISO on the Razor's Edge

  Jun 24, 202639 minS2

  Send us Fan Mail A conversation with Steve Tout , author of The CISO on the Razor's Edge , about what it really takes to lead cybersecurity in today's complex environment. Steve draws from systems thinking, game theory, and real-world advisory experience across high tech and financial services to reframe cybersecurity as a leadership challenge — not just a tech problem. We dig into the pressures reshaping the modern CISO, why alignment beats control, how to navigate chaos with clarity, and why too many security leaders burn out under impossible expectations. If you've ever felt like you're leading from the edge, this episode is for you. Joshua Crumbaugh is a world-renowned ethical hacker and a subject matter expert in social engineering and behavioral science. As the CEO and Founder of PhishFirewall, he brings a unique perspective on cybersecurity, leveraging his deep expertise to help organizations understand and combat human-centered vulnerabilities in their security posture. His work focuses on redefining security awareness through cutting-edge AI, behavioral insights, and innovative phishing simulations. PhishFirewall uses AI-driven micro-training and continuous, TikTok-style video content to eliminate 99% of risky clicks—zero admin effort required. Ready to see how we can fortify your team against phishing threats? Schedule a quick demo today!

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  Episode #47

  Social Engineering for Good: How Psychology Beats Technology

  Jun 10, 202654 minS1

  Send us Fan Mail Psychology has become the new firewall in our digital world. When sophisticated security systems block 99.9% of attacks, hackers focus on the fraction that reaches humans – making your brain the ultimate cybersecurity tool. Cybersecurity expert Tate Jaro shares his journey from Army infantry officer to Secret Service special agent investigating major financial crimes like the JP Morgan intrusion case, which compromised over 100 million records. Through these experiences, he developed a critical insight: while technical defenses are essential, human behavior ultimately determines whether an organization stays secure. The conversation reveals how traditional security awareness approaches often fail because they focus on compliance rather than behavior change. Most people want to be secure but struggle with complexity, lack of immediate consequences, and competing priorities. The solution? Treating security awareness like marketing – focusing on influencing behaviors and capturing attention through psychology rather than technical jargon. "We're not hacking systems, we're hacking behaviors," explains Jaro, highlighting how simple changes like enabling captions on training videos can improve effectiveness by 35%. Controversial practices like "gotcha" phishing simulations that trick employees often backfire by creating distrust and fear rather than building security confidence. Building a security-minded culture requires creating social proof – demonstrating that security awareness is valued and expected within an organization. When employees who report potential threats are celebrated, vigilance becomes part of the organizational identity. Equally important is destigmatizing security mistakes by discussing incidents openly, removing the shame that prevents people from reporting problems. Want to strengthen your personal digital defenses? Check out onlinesafety.substack.com for weekly, actionable privacy and security tips from a true expert. Remember that small improvements in your security habits create ripple effects across both your personal and professional digital life. Joshua Crumbaugh is a world-renowned ethical hacker and a subject matter expert in social engineering and behavioral science. As the CEO and Founder of PhishFirewall, he brings a unique perspective on cybersecurity, leveraging his deep expertise to help organizations understand and combat human-centered vulnerabilities in their security posture. His work focuses on redefining security awareness through cutting-edge AI, behavioral insights, and innovative phishing simulations. PhishFirewall uses AI-driven micro-training and continuous, TikTok-style video content to eliminate 99% of risky clicks—zero admin effort required. Ready to see how we can fortify your team against phishing threats? Schedule a quick demo today!

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