Real stories from the people breaking and defending the internet
Every week, Michel Chamberland sits down with a cybersecurity professional to dig into the moments that shaped their career, from their first encounter with a computer to the coolest hack they ever pulled off.
Every guest answers the same core questions, giving you a unique window into how different people approach the same craft. Whether you're a seasoned red teamer, a bug bounty hunter, a vulnerability analyst, or just getting started, there's something here for you.
rootinsight::# episode_01::LIVE 🔍
Episode 1 of Root Cause is officially live. We’re moving past the AI hype to analyze how frontier models, agentic orchestration, and custom harnesses are reshaping offensive tradecraft.
The Panel:
Michel Chamberland (Host) | CEO, IntegSec
Carl Sue | Cybersecurity Service Lead
Haxrbyte | Red Team Operator & Educator
Nick Aures | Offensive Security Researcher, Tenzai
Key Takeaway: AI won't replace offensive security experts—it amplifies them. Harnesses, context engineering, and expert validation remain essential for high-yield security testing.
💬 Stream the full episode today and let us know what tradecraft topics you want us to cover next!
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23 Jul 2026
A Hacker's Lesson: How a Small Mistake Took Down a Retail Company
A cybersecurity professional shares a learning experience from causing a small outage at a retail company and emphasizes the importance of monitoring tools and long-term learning lessons.
Takeaways
Importance of monitoring tools
Long-term learning lessons
Chapters
00:00 Learning from a Small Outage
16:00 The Importance of Monitoring Tools
22 Jul 2026
Grit: The Key to Tech Success
The conversation delves into the importance of grit and determination in achieving success, particularly in the context of technology and organizational value. It highlights the significance of perseverance and resilience in breaking through barriers and proving one's worth.
Takeaways
Grit is essential for success
Demonstrating grit is crucial for proving value in an organization
Chapters
00:00 The Power of Grit
54:38 Demonstrating Grit in Technology
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