NeedleStack
@needlestackpod.bsky.social
The OSINT podcast. Tips, tricks and tradecraft for #OSINT and investigations on the surface, deep & #darkweb.
Explore the world of GEOINT and its intersection with OSINT in our latest NeedleStack episode! 🌏 📍
James Villeneuve joins us to discuss the importance of understanding geospatial data and ethical implications of its use.
Watch or listen: https://bit.ly/46SkHGT
#GEOINT #OSINT
James Villeneuve joins us to discuss the importance of understanding geospatial data and ethical implications of its use.
Watch or listen: https://bit.ly/46SkHGT
#GEOINT #OSINT
October 15, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Explore the world of GEOINT and its intersection with OSINT in our latest NeedleStack episode! 🌏 📍
James Villeneuve joins us to discuss the importance of understanding geospatial data and ethical implications of its use.
Watch or listen: https://bit.ly/46SkHGT
#GEOINT #OSINT
James Villeneuve joins us to discuss the importance of understanding geospatial data and ethical implications of its use.
Watch or listen: https://bit.ly/46SkHGT
#GEOINT #OSINT
How can intelligence transform the financial sector? 🤔
Teresa Walsh highlights the importance of collaboration, the role of #AI in intelligence and the push to professionalize intelligence roles in the private sector.
https://bit.ly/4gusfTj
#financialcrime
Teresa Walsh highlights the importance of collaboration, the role of #AI in intelligence and the push to professionalize intelligence roles in the private sector.
https://bit.ly/4gusfTj
#financialcrime
September 18, 2025 at 11:12 PM
How can intelligence transform the financial sector? 🤔
Teresa Walsh highlights the importance of collaboration, the role of #AI in intelligence and the push to professionalize intelligence roles in the private sector.
https://bit.ly/4gusfTj
#financialcrime
Teresa Walsh highlights the importance of collaboration, the role of #AI in intelligence and the push to professionalize intelligence roles in the private sector.
https://bit.ly/4gusfTj
#financialcrime
We are joined by Brian Fuller Jr. from Mercyhurst University to dive into he evolving role of #AI in government and private sector intelligence including its promises, pitfalls and potential to become a trusted ally. 🎙️
https://bit.ly/4n72f2q
https://bit.ly/4n72f2q
September 3, 2025 at 8:57 PM
We are joined by Brian Fuller Jr. from Mercyhurst University to dive into he evolving role of #AI in government and private sector intelligence including its promises, pitfalls and potential to become a trusted ally. 🎙️
https://bit.ly/4n72f2q
https://bit.ly/4n72f2q
Step inside Hacker Summer Camp! 🕵️♂️
NeedleStack co-hosts AJ Nash and Robert Vamosi CISSP hit the ground at Black Hat and DEF CON in Las Vegas, exploring how intelligence professionals tap into the energy, insights and connections at these events to stay ahead of the curve.
https://bit.ly/4fMgbwf
NeedleStack co-hosts AJ Nash and Robert Vamosi CISSP hit the ground at Black Hat and DEF CON in Las Vegas, exploring how intelligence professionals tap into the energy, insights and connections at these events to stay ahead of the curve.
https://bit.ly/4fMgbwf
August 22, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Step inside Hacker Summer Camp! 🕵️♂️
NeedleStack co-hosts AJ Nash and Robert Vamosi CISSP hit the ground at Black Hat and DEF CON in Las Vegas, exploring how intelligence professionals tap into the energy, insights and connections at these events to stay ahead of the curve.
https://bit.ly/4fMgbwf
NeedleStack co-hosts AJ Nash and Robert Vamosi CISSP hit the ground at Black Hat and DEF CON in Las Vegas, exploring how intelligence professionals tap into the energy, insights and connections at these events to stay ahead of the curve.
https://bit.ly/4fMgbwf
Check out the latest episode of NeedleStack! 🎙️ 🚨
Nico Dekens (AKA Dutch OSINT guy) shares his journey from Dutch law enforcement to becoming a well-known OSINT expert. Tune in to learn about modern investigative methods and the evolving role of AI in OSINT.
bit.ly/3IY6oHr
#OSINT #AI
Nico Dekens (AKA Dutch OSINT guy) shares his journey from Dutch law enforcement to becoming a well-known OSINT expert. Tune in to learn about modern investigative methods and the evolving role of AI in OSINT.
bit.ly/3IY6oHr
#OSINT #AI
August 6, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Check out the latest episode of NeedleStack! 🎙️ 🚨
Nico Dekens (AKA Dutch OSINT guy) shares his journey from Dutch law enforcement to becoming a well-known OSINT expert. Tune in to learn about modern investigative methods and the evolving role of AI in OSINT.
bit.ly/3IY6oHr
#OSINT #AI
Nico Dekens (AKA Dutch OSINT guy) shares his journey from Dutch law enforcement to becoming a well-known OSINT expert. Tune in to learn about modern investigative methods and the evolving role of AI in OSINT.
bit.ly/3IY6oHr
#OSINT #AI
Fame comes with more than just fans, including stalkers, hackers, and even death threats. 📸
In the latest NeedleStack episode, Chad Brockway of Edgeworth Security shares how #OSINT helps protect celebrities and athletes from real-world dangers.
Listen or watch here: bit.ly/45k5qh2
In the latest NeedleStack episode, Chad Brockway of Edgeworth Security shares how #OSINT helps protect celebrities and athletes from real-world dangers.
Listen or watch here: bit.ly/45k5qh2
July 23, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Fame comes with more than just fans, including stalkers, hackers, and even death threats. 📸
In the latest NeedleStack episode, Chad Brockway of Edgeworth Security shares how #OSINT helps protect celebrities and athletes from real-world dangers.
Listen or watch here: bit.ly/45k5qh2
In the latest NeedleStack episode, Chad Brockway of Edgeworth Security shares how #OSINT helps protect celebrities and athletes from real-world dangers.
Listen or watch here: bit.ly/45k5qh2
Ana Aslanishvili, CEO of Pine Risk Management, shares her experience using a fake pregnancy belly during physical red teaming operations and how it helps her manipulate perceptions and bypass security measures. 🤰
Watch the full episode: bit.ly/4jTxpIL
#OSINT #redteam
Watch the full episode: bit.ly/4jTxpIL
#OSINT #redteam
June 30, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Ana Aslanishvili, CEO of Pine Risk Management, shares her experience using a fake pregnancy belly during physical red teaming operations and how it helps her manipulate perceptions and bypass security measures. 🤰
Watch the full episode: bit.ly/4jTxpIL
#OSINT #redteam
Watch the full episode: bit.ly/4jTxpIL
#OSINT #redteam
What happens when AI becomes your daily companion? 🤖
NeedleStack hosts, AJ and Robert, explore the shadowy side of AI — how some users are becoming addicted, confiding in it like a personal therapist and then gaining confidence to take risky actions.
bit.ly/3ZMI4h7
#AI #insiderthreat
NeedleStack hosts, AJ and Robert, explore the shadowy side of AI — how some users are becoming addicted, confiding in it like a personal therapist and then gaining confidence to take risky actions.
bit.ly/3ZMI4h7
#AI #insiderthreat
June 25, 2025 at 9:44 PM
What happens when AI becomes your daily companion? 🤖
NeedleStack hosts, AJ and Robert, explore the shadowy side of AI — how some users are becoming addicted, confiding in it like a personal therapist and then gaining confidence to take risky actions.
bit.ly/3ZMI4h7
#AI #insiderthreat
NeedleStack hosts, AJ and Robert, explore the shadowy side of AI — how some users are becoming addicted, confiding in it like a personal therapist and then gaining confidence to take risky actions.
bit.ly/3ZMI4h7
#AI #insiderthreat
From corporate security and financial crimes to becoming the CEO of Pine Risk Management, Anna Aslanishvili shares her experiences in conducting fraud detection, risk assessments and crisis comms to tackle real-world security threats. 🔎
bit.ly/3ZtYRWd
#OSINT #RedTeam
bit.ly/3ZtYRWd
#OSINT #RedTeam
June 12, 2025 at 10:12 PM
From corporate security and financial crimes to becoming the CEO of Pine Risk Management, Anna Aslanishvili shares her experiences in conducting fraud detection, risk assessments and crisis comms to tackle real-world security threats. 🔎
bit.ly/3ZtYRWd
#OSINT #RedTeam
bit.ly/3ZtYRWd
#OSINT #RedTeam
A single photo can give away more than you think.📸
Tracy Z. Maleeff, aka @infosecsherpa.bsky.social, shares how she geolocated an executive through a photo on social media.
In the full episode, hear how she went from librarian to OSINT analyst—and what she’s learned on that journey: bit.ly/3ZQwVM5
Tracy Z. Maleeff, aka @infosecsherpa.bsky.social, shares how she geolocated an executive through a photo on social media.
In the full episode, hear how she went from librarian to OSINT analyst—and what she’s learned on that journey: bit.ly/3ZQwVM5
June 4, 2025 at 7:42 PM
A single photo can give away more than you think.📸
Tracy Z. Maleeff, aka @infosecsherpa.bsky.social, shares how she geolocated an executive through a photo on social media.
In the full episode, hear how she went from librarian to OSINT analyst—and what she’s learned on that journey: bit.ly/3ZQwVM5
Tracy Z. Maleeff, aka @infosecsherpa.bsky.social, shares how she geolocated an executive through a photo on social media.
In the full episode, hear how she went from librarian to OSINT analyst—and what she’s learned on that journey: bit.ly/3ZQwVM5
#OSINT Arabic instructor and geopolitical risk expert, Paolo Walcher, joins NeedleStack to explore how cultural knowledge can surface critical context and unlock key insights in your research. 🎙️
bit.ly/3Z3ecN7
#language #culture
bit.ly/3Z3ecN7
#language #culture
May 28, 2025 at 5:49 PM
#OSINT Arabic instructor and geopolitical risk expert, Paolo Walcher, joins NeedleStack to explore how cultural knowledge can surface critical context and unlock key insights in your research. 🎙️
bit.ly/3Z3ecN7
#language #culture
bit.ly/3Z3ecN7
#language #culture
Tune into NeedleStack tomorrow for a conversation with leading OSINT trainer and security consultant Paolo Walcher! We explore how cultural knowledge can unlock key insights and why it's essential for understanding context in OSINT investigations. 🌎
#OSINT #Culture #NeedleStack
#OSINT #Culture #NeedleStack
May 27, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Tune into NeedleStack tomorrow for a conversation with leading OSINT trainer and security consultant Paolo Walcher! We explore how cultural knowledge can unlock key insights and why it's essential for understanding context in OSINT investigations. 🌎
#OSINT #Culture #NeedleStack
#OSINT #Culture #NeedleStack
Ransomware gangs are still making millions relying on recycled or leaked code, prompting some researchers to brand them as “lazy.” 💰
So how are they staying effective? And more importantly—how can you stay ahead?
bit.ly/4ke9KTG
#OSINT #ransomware #crypto
So how are they staying effective? And more importantly—how can you stay ahead?
bit.ly/4ke9KTG
#OSINT #ransomware #crypto
May 15, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Ransomware gangs are still making millions relying on recycled or leaked code, prompting some researchers to brand them as “lazy.” 💰
So how are they staying effective? And more importantly—how can you stay ahead?
bit.ly/4ke9KTG
#OSINT #ransomware #crypto
So how are they staying effective? And more importantly—how can you stay ahead?
bit.ly/4ke9KTG
#OSINT #ransomware #crypto
Discover how AI is revolutionizing OSINT, from speeding up data collection to generating comprehensive reports, while also addressing the challenges and ethical considerations. Hosts AJ and Robert dive deep with Lance James, discussing real-world insights and the potential for misuse.
bit.ly/4cXLino
bit.ly/4cXLino
April 30, 2025 at 11:11 PM
Discover how AI is revolutionizing OSINT, from speeding up data collection to generating comprehensive reports, while also addressing the challenges and ethical considerations. Hosts AJ and Robert dive deep with Lance James, discussing real-world insights and the potential for misuse.
bit.ly/4cXLino
bit.ly/4cXLino
Reposted by NeedleStack
Thanks to @authentic8.bsky.social for having me on their NeedleStack podcast, episode 79!
"Entering #infosec as an outsider! Tips from a #librarian turned #cyber analyst"
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"Entering #infosec as an outsider! Tips from a #librarian turned #cyber analyst"
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Podcast Spotlight: Authentic8 NeedleStack, Ep. 79
"A librarian and an OSINT analyst may have more in common than you realize. That’s how Tracy Maleeff found her way into cyber and made a name as InfoSecSherpa." Sherpa Intelligence: Your Guide Up a Mo...
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April 22, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Thanks to @authentic8.bsky.social for having me on their NeedleStack podcast, episode 79!
"Entering #infosec as an outsider! Tips from a #librarian turned #cyber analyst"
sherpaintelligence.substack.com/p/podcast-sp...
"Entering #infosec as an outsider! Tips from a #librarian turned #cyber analyst"
sherpaintelligence.substack.com/p/podcast-sp...
Jacob Lloyd, head of investigations at the Animal Welfare Investigations Project, is using his OSINT skills to stop organized animal crime.🕵️♂️
Tune in to learn how to leverage pedigree sites, social media and other sources when investigating: bit.ly/4diEujF
Tune in to learn how to leverage pedigree sites, social media and other sources when investigating: bit.ly/4diEujF
August 13, 2024 at 7:03 PM
Jacob Lloyd, head of investigations at the Animal Welfare Investigations Project, is using his OSINT skills to stop organized animal crime.🕵️♂️
Tune in to learn how to leverage pedigree sites, social media and other sources when investigating: bit.ly/4diEujF
Tune in to learn how to leverage pedigree sites, social media and other sources when investigating: bit.ly/4diEujF
Reposted by NeedleStack
We have an exciting announcement! 🥳
Authentic8 and NeedleStack are now on Mastodon! Check out our profiles below and give us a follow! 💬
Authentic8- bit.ly/3RYR2Uo
NeedleStack: the OSINT podcast- bit.ly/3zDNMYr
Authentic8 and NeedleStack are now on Mastodon! Check out our profiles below and give us a follow! 💬
Authentic8- bit.ly/3RYR2Uo
NeedleStack: the OSINT podcast- bit.ly/3zDNMYr
July 12, 2024 at 7:04 PM
We have an exciting announcement! 🥳
Authentic8 and NeedleStack are now on Mastodon! Check out our profiles below and give us a follow! 💬
Authentic8- bit.ly/3RYR2Uo
NeedleStack: the OSINT podcast- bit.ly/3zDNMYr
Authentic8 and NeedleStack are now on Mastodon! Check out our profiles below and give us a follow! 💬
Authentic8- bit.ly/3RYR2Uo
NeedleStack: the OSINT podcast- bit.ly/3zDNMYr
Reposted by NeedleStack
Good morning! This time a really filled Week in #OSINT, all thanks to: @cybersecstu.bsky.social @needlestackpod.bsky.social @nixintel.bsky.social and many more not on Bluesky yet!
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sector035.nl/articles/202...
Week in OSINT 202426
This week a filled episode, with books and bookmarks, names and Needlestack, training and tweets!
This week I spend some extra time to go ov
sector035.nl
July 1, 2024 at 6:04 AM
Good morning! This time a really filled Week in #OSINT, all thanks to: @cybersecstu.bsky.social @needlestackpod.bsky.social @nixintel.bsky.social and many more not on Bluesky yet!
sector035.nl/articles/202...
sector035.nl/articles/202...
Protection Group International cyber threat analyst and SANS OSINT instructor, Steven Harris joins to discuss how he uses Telegram for investigations, why cyber threat actors are flocking to the app and more on SOCMINT. 📱
bit.ly/3L1enRM
#OSINT #telegram #SOCMINT
bit.ly/3L1enRM
#OSINT #telegram #SOCMINT
June 25, 2024 at 6:42 PM
Protection Group International cyber threat analyst and SANS OSINT instructor, Steven Harris joins to discuss how he uses Telegram for investigations, why cyber threat actors are flocking to the app and more on SOCMINT. 📱
bit.ly/3L1enRM
#OSINT #telegram #SOCMINT
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#OSINT #telegram #SOCMINT
Reposted by NeedleStack
Another Monday episode from the world of #OSINT! This week content is provided by: @needlestackpod.bsky.social @osinttechniques.bsky.social and a bunch more not on here!
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Week in OSINT 202425
From search tools to Skip, and from X to extreme, another episode with some interesting topics from the world of OSINT
I do strive to push a
sector035.nl
June 24, 2024 at 6:00 AM
Another Monday episode from the world of #OSINT! This week content is provided by: @needlestackpod.bsky.social @osinttechniques.bsky.social and a bunch more not on here!
sector035.nl/articles/202...
sector035.nl/articles/202...
Protecting executives goes well beyond body guards you see in movies. 💼 Cibergy founder and CEO, Alex Lozano jumps into how #OSINT informs executive protection, resources for his cyber students and the best tools for real-time monitoring. 🖥️ 🔍
bit.ly/4cspjTU
#ExecutiveProtection
bit.ly/4cspjTU
#ExecutiveProtection
June 18, 2024 at 7:31 PM
Protecting executives goes well beyond body guards you see in movies. 💼 Cibergy founder and CEO, Alex Lozano jumps into how #OSINT informs executive protection, resources for his cyber students and the best tools for real-time monitoring. 🖥️ 🔍
bit.ly/4cspjTU
#ExecutiveProtection
bit.ly/4cspjTU
#ExecutiveProtection
Language can limit or expand your worldview, especially in #OSINT where what you’re able to find and analyze can greatly affect the intelligence you build. 🌎
Discover how learning foreign languages can benefit your investigations with Skip Schiphorst: bit.ly/4bX2gAL
Discover how learning foreign languages can benefit your investigations with Skip Schiphorst: bit.ly/4bX2gAL
June 11, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Language can limit or expand your worldview, especially in #OSINT where what you’re able to find and analyze can greatly affect the intelligence you build. 🌎
Discover how learning foreign languages can benefit your investigations with Skip Schiphorst: bit.ly/4bX2gAL
Discover how learning foreign languages can benefit your investigations with Skip Schiphorst: bit.ly/4bX2gAL
We're going all in on the secrets of #OSINT after the sun goes down. 🌚 MJ Banias dishes on one man's late-night #OpSec fail that is OSINT gold! Plus, tune in to hear the sites and services every OSINTer should subscribe to and much more... 🔎
bit.ly/3QKCBmC
bit.ly/3QKCBmC
May 14, 2024 at 6:18 PM
We're going all in on the secrets of #OSINT after the sun goes down. 🌚 MJ Banias dishes on one man's late-night #OpSec fail that is OSINT gold! Plus, tune in to hear the sites and services every OSINTer should subscribe to and much more... 🔎
bit.ly/3QKCBmC
bit.ly/3QKCBmC
#CTI Question of the Day❓
Staying up-to-date on the latest threats is crucial for CTI analysts and security researchers. What are some of your favorite mediums (i.e. social media platforms) you use to stay informed? 🤔
Staying up-to-date on the latest threats is crucial for CTI analysts and security researchers. What are some of your favorite mediums (i.e. social media platforms) you use to stay informed? 🤔
May 13, 2024 at 7:26 PM
#CTI Question of the Day❓
Staying up-to-date on the latest threats is crucial for CTI analysts and security researchers. What are some of your favorite mediums (i.e. social media platforms) you use to stay informed? 🤔
Staying up-to-date on the latest threats is crucial for CTI analysts and security researchers. What are some of your favorite mediums (i.e. social media platforms) you use to stay informed? 🤔
Many journalists, academics and NGOs are equipped with limited resources, leaving them exposed.
CEO of Authentic8, Ramesh Rajagopal shares why our digital investigations platform is offered pro-bono as part of a larger CISA initiative. 🤝
bit.ly/4bbRO8q
CEO of Authentic8, Ramesh Rajagopal shares why our digital investigations platform is offered pro-bono as part of a larger CISA initiative. 🤝
bit.ly/4bbRO8q
May 8, 2024 at 5:26 PM
Many journalists, academics and NGOs are equipped with limited resources, leaving them exposed.
CEO of Authentic8, Ramesh Rajagopal shares why our digital investigations platform is offered pro-bono as part of a larger CISA initiative. 🤝
bit.ly/4bbRO8q
CEO of Authentic8, Ramesh Rajagopal shares why our digital investigations platform is offered pro-bono as part of a larger CISA initiative. 🤝
bit.ly/4bbRO8q