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
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#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
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
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. 📱
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#OSINT #telegram #SOCMINT
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#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
bit.ly/3L1enRM
#OSINT #telegram #SOCMINT
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. 🖥️ 🔍
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#ExecutiveProtection
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#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
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
Did you know that #OSINT applies to penetration testing?🤔
See how Steve Stasiukonis has broken into banks (for good!) using open-source techniques, and his advice for what #CTI pros need to know on the dark web.
bit.ly/3JwZNk3
See how Steve Stasiukonis has broken into banks (for good!) using open-source techniques, and his advice for what #CTI pros need to know on the dark web.
bit.ly/3JwZNk3
April 23, 2024 at 7:29 PM
Did you know that #OSINT applies to penetration testing?🤔
See how Steve Stasiukonis has broken into banks (for good!) using open-source techniques, and his advice for what #CTI pros need to know on the dark web.
bit.ly/3JwZNk3
See how Steve Stasiukonis has broken into banks (for good!) using open-source techniques, and his advice for what #CTI pros need to know on the dark web.
bit.ly/3JwZNk3
Take a peak behind the #cyberthreat curtain with Jon DiMaggio of Analyst1. 👀
Specializing in enterprise ransomware attacks and nation-state intrusions, Jon gives insight into the Lockbit story, #OSINT's role in #ransomware investigations and more! ☠️ 💻
bit.ly/43rxAnN
Specializing in enterprise ransomware attacks and nation-state intrusions, Jon gives insight into the Lockbit story, #OSINT's role in #ransomware investigations and more! ☠️ 💻
bit.ly/43rxAnN
March 19, 2024 at 5:22 PM
Take a peak behind the #cyberthreat curtain with Jon DiMaggio of Analyst1. 👀
Specializing in enterprise ransomware attacks and nation-state intrusions, Jon gives insight into the Lockbit story, #OSINT's role in #ransomware investigations and more! ☠️ 💻
bit.ly/43rxAnN
Specializing in enterprise ransomware attacks and nation-state intrusions, Jon gives insight into the Lockbit story, #OSINT's role in #ransomware investigations and more! ☠️ 💻
bit.ly/43rxAnN
We're hunting down the bullsh*t this week with Justin Seitz and Somebody Else's Lawyer! 🐺
Get tips on how #OSINT and legal investigations can benefit each other, discover everything you need to know about public records requests and more! 👇
bit.ly/48QxJ5A
Get tips on how #OSINT and legal investigations can benefit each other, discover everything you need to know about public records requests and more! 👇
bit.ly/48QxJ5A
March 12, 2024 at 7:24 PM
We're hunting down the bullsh*t this week with Justin Seitz and Somebody Else's Lawyer! 🐺
Get tips on how #OSINT and legal investigations can benefit each other, discover everything you need to know about public records requests and more! 👇
bit.ly/48QxJ5A
Get tips on how #OSINT and legal investigations can benefit each other, discover everything you need to know about public records requests and more! 👇
bit.ly/48QxJ5A
Security researcher John Hammond knows people play a critical role to outcomes in cybersecurity. 👥 💻
Learn more about the human element of cybersecurity as we explore sock puppets cybergang leaders, LockBit, ScreenConnect vulnerabilities and more! 🔓
bit.ly/49RmZVy
Learn more about the human element of cybersecurity as we explore sock puppets cybergang leaders, LockBit, ScreenConnect vulnerabilities and more! 🔓
bit.ly/49RmZVy
March 5, 2024 at 9:26 PM
Security researcher John Hammond knows people play a critical role to outcomes in cybersecurity. 👥 💻
Learn more about the human element of cybersecurity as we explore sock puppets cybergang leaders, LockBit, ScreenConnect vulnerabilities and more! 🔓
bit.ly/49RmZVy
Learn more about the human element of cybersecurity as we explore sock puppets cybergang leaders, LockBit, ScreenConnect vulnerabilities and more! 🔓
bit.ly/49RmZVy
So, what is this new event all about? Who will be there? How can I attend? 👀 Co-hosts Aubrey Byron and Shannon Ragan cover all things OSINTUp in this week's episode. Get the low-down on the lineup, session topics and more! 🔥
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bit.ly/49fvklI
February 13, 2024 at 7:38 PM
So, what is this new event all about? Who will be there? How can I attend? 👀 Co-hosts Aubrey Byron and Shannon Ragan cover all things OSINTUp in this week's episode. Get the low-down on the lineup, session topics and more! 🔥
bit.ly/49fvklI
bit.ly/49fvklI