Darknet Demystified

About Darknet Demystified

Welcome to Darknet Demystified, a podcast hosted by Sam Bent, an ex-darknet vendor and market admin, author, paralegal, DefCon speaker, nerd, pirate, and agorist. With over a decade of experience in the darknet under various aliases such as DoingFedTime, 12189082 (BOP ID), 2happytimes2, Killab, and many others, Sam brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the world of hacking, cybersecurity, exploits, and the darknet subculture. In this podcast, Sam will delve into the latest developments and trends in the darknet, provide expert analysis on the current state of the darkweb and its evolution. He will also share his experiences as a darknet vendor and market admin, giving listeners an inside look into the workings of the darknet, its culture and the people who inhabit it. Sam will also address the legal and ethical considerations of the darknet, as well as the importance of understanding the laws and regulations in your country before using the darknet or any anonymity tool. He will also provide tips and tricks for staying safe and secure while navigating the darknet, as well as discuss the latest news and developments in the world of hacking and cybersecurity. In addition to the podcast, Sam runs the youtube channels Doingfedtime, all hacking cons, and 2happytimes2, where he shares information and tutorials on hacking, cybersecurity, and the darknet. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced hacker, Darknet Demystified is the perfect podcast for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of the darknet, stay informed on the latest developments, and learn how to stay safe and secure while navigating the digital world. Available on all major podcast platforms, Tune in to Darknet Demystified where the darknet is demystified and the truth is uncovered. With Sam Bent's expert analysis and in-depth understanding of the darknet, you'll gain valuable insights and knowledge to help you navigate the complex and ever-changing world of the darkweb.

Publisher

Sam Bent

Category

technology · true crime

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

13 Jan 2023

Latest episode

29 Apr 2023

Latest episodes

6 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Apr 2023

   Darknet Demystified & Darknet Diaries FULL 3 hour - E6 - Sam Bent aka DoingFedTime aka 2happytimes2

   In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified, we are going be doing something a bit different. We are going to be listening to my story. I was interviewed on Darknet Diaries, and Jack, kindly let me have the full interview to post for you all, so I am sharing that today here!

2. 

   17 Mar 2023

   Darknet Demystified - Narcoboss aka DNMKingpin - S01E05

   In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified we are going to discuss the various Operational Security fails and information security fails that a Darknet vendor which ended up leading to their identification and arrest. throughout the podcast, we will also discuss in depth various topics of why what they did was wrong and what they should have done instead. Narcoboss aka DNMKingpin was a darknet vendor who sold fent, and lived in PA, today we talk about his numerous opsec mistakes.☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ SOCIAL MEDIA ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ PODCAST: https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/ (https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/) OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.doingfedtime.com (https://www.doingfedtime.com) FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/ (https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/) TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime (https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime) LINKEDIN: https://bit.ly/doingfedtimelinkedin (https://bit.ly/doingfedtimelinkedin) EMAIL: ksllc27@gmail.com (mailto:ksllc27@gmail.com) KEYBASE: https://keybase.io/doingfedtime (https://keybase.io/doingfedtime) AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: https://bit.ly/DoingFedTimeAmazon (https://bit.ly/DoingFedTimeAmazon) TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime (https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime) ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ LEGAL STUFF ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ The information provided in this video is intended for educational purposes only. This video does not endorse or encourage any illegal or unethical activity. The creator and individuals featured in this video do not condone or encourage any illegal or unethical activity. If you choose to follow the information provided in this video, you do so at your own risk and are solely responsible for any consequences that may result. By watching this video, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to these terms. If you do not agree to these terms, do not watch this video.

3. 

   8 Feb 2023

   Longest Running Darknet Vendor: TripWithScience

   In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified we are going to discuss the various Operational Security fails and information security fails that a Darknet vendor which ended up leading to their identification and arrest. Throughout the podcast, we will also discuss in depth various topics of why what they did was wrong and what they should have done instead. TripWithScience was a darknet vendor who was advertising mushrooms but was actually selling an analog. We discuss some of the horrific opsec fails that lead to his downfall, arrest and conviction. ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ SOCIAL MEDIA ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ PODCAST: https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/ (https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/) OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.doingfedtime.com (https://www.doingfedtime.com) FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/ (https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/) TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime (https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime) LINKEDIN: https://doingfedtime.com/www.linkedin (https://doingfedtime.com/www.linkedin)... EMAIL: ksllc27@gmail.com (mailto:ksllc27@gmail.com) Playlist for the Deep Dot Darknet Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list)... AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Bent/author/B0BHX5V81S (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Bent/author/B0BHX5V81S) TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime (https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime)

4. 

   24 Jan 2023

   Darknet Demystified - E003 - Bad Darknet Vendor OpSec Case Study: TrustedTraphouse

   In today's podcast of Darknet Demystified, we will discuss the various Operational Security fails, and information security fails that a Darknet vendor and his two accomplices made, leading to their identification and arrest. Throughout the podcast, we will also discuss in depth various topics of why what they did was wrong and what they should have done instead. We will discuss topics such as Darknet vendors attempting to extort their clients and how that will always backfire on them. We will be talking about controlled deliveries, how they work, and how you can defeat them. in addition, we will also be discussing by having multiple identities as a Darknet vendor on the Darknet is completely useless if you mirror these accounts with the same information. We will also discuss how the feds Outsource much of the time their investigation to third-party companies who do things like blockchain analysis for them. In addition to all the above will also be discussing how there were third parties involved that were currently incarcerated in federal prison and how the defendants lacking any security whatsoever, had discussions with these individuals knowing that the phone calls were recorded and still disseminated a ton of incriminating evidence because they thought their 10th-grade code would be enough to prevent the feds from being able to link them to a Darknet vendor account. ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ PODCAST DESCRIPTION ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ The Darknet Demystified podcast discusses a ton of different topics. Welcome to Darknet Demystified, a podcast hosted by Sam Bent, an ex-darknet vendor and market admin, author, paralegal, DefCon speaker, nerd, pirate, and agorist. With over a decade of experience in the Darknet under various aliases such as DoingFedTime, 12189082 (BOP ID), 2happytimes2, Killab, and many others, Sam brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the world of hacking, cybersecurity, exploits, and the Darknet subculture. In this podcast, Sam will delve into the latest developments and trends in the Darknet and provide expert analysis on the current state of the dark web and its evolution. ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ SOCIAL MEDIA ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ PODCAST: https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/ (https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/) OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.doingfedtime.com (https://www.doingfedtime.com) FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/ (https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/) TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime (https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime) LINKEDIN: https://doingfedtime.com/www.linkedin (https://doingfedtime.com/www.linkedin)... EMAIL: ksllc27@gmail.com (mailto:ksllc27@gmail.com) Playlist for the Deep Dot Darknet Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list)... AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Bent/author/B0BHX5V81S (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Bent/author/B0BHX5V81S) TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime (https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime)

5. 

   16 Jan 2023

   Darknet Demystified - E002 - Google Alerts, ChatGPT Malware, Feds get owned, BART cops get hacked and data sold on the darknet, my favorite story of cops

   In this video, we dive deeply into information gathering and online security. We discuss configuring your information gathering using tools like Google Alerts, and RSS feeds. We explore the often overlooked issue of federal government trash OpSec and the consequences that can arise from poor online security practices. We address the topic of ChatGPT writing malware and why it's not the end of the world, as some may believe. We then delve into the world of malware installation at the 10:52 mark and take a nostalgic look back at how it was done in the 90s. We explore the SET Social Engineering Toolkit and how it can be used for good and evil. We also introduce the concept of "Jasager," a "yes man" type of malware, and its potential impact on online security. We cover a real-life example of police getting owned and the subsequent sale of their data on the Darknet. We also touch on how these breaches are becoming more severe and frequent than in the past. We share our favorite news story about cops getting owned and conclude on the importance of staying vigilant and informed in the ever-evolving landscape of online security. ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ SOCIAL MEDIA ☆-----☆-----☆-----☆-----☆ PODCAST: https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/ (https://rss.com/podcasts/darknet/) OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.doingfedtime.com (https://www.doingfedtime.com) FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/ (https://www.facebook.com/doing.fedtime/) TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime (https://twitter.com/DoingFedTime) LINKEDIN: https://doingfedtime.com/www.linkedin (https://doingfedtime.com/www.linkedin)... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0FIV3JxX3JfczVLVzMtaU5xWlhzOGtrWmN5d3xBQ3Jtc0tsMzZzdzQxeG5hLVRoQ0wtdW9uR3IzOTZrUDVSS1hneE1KTWJuUWxjUTBTTDctZC13VG5hN0R5MDJ3TER0bVh2TTZRMjVmczlMTVVnblRxT19oN1U3UTVpUG1jOWpxU3p5LUg0TmU3M1Z5U282c241RQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fdoingfedtime.com%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdoingfedtime&v=5piYRpsaoms) EMAIL: ksllc27@gmail.com (mailto:ksllc27@gmail.com) Playlist for the Deep Dot Darknet Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list)... (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUc6uuGl4Y3clxiFzVodtaIi6xNaNjmjz) AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Bent/author/B0BHX5V81S (https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sam-Bent/author/B0BHX5V81S) TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime (https://www.tiktok.com/@doingfedtime)

6. 

   13 Jan 2023

   Darknet Demystified - Crypto Address Poisoning, New I2P version, Stolen Crypto

   Darknet Demystified is a podcast that delves into the mysterious world of the darknets, hacking, cybersecurity and cryptocurrency. Sam Bent the host is a exDarknet Vendor and Darknet Market Admin, who has extensive IT, Infosec and OpSec experience. He is also a paralegal who litigated his way out of federal prison. He is a defcon speaker, who gave a talk on OpSec as a Darknet vendor, author and hacker. The podcast is designed to educate listeners on the various aspects of the darknet and how it is used, as well as the various technologies and tools that are used to access it. This episode is basically and introduction. One of the main topics the podcast focuses on is the use of the darknet, privacy, security, hacking and agorism. We talk about prior and present news regulating to all the things mentioned above. We examine together the various technologies and tools that are used to access the darknet. One of the most popular tools is the Tor browser, which is used to access the darknet on Tor and to maintain anonymity. The podcast explains how Tor works and how it can be used to access the darknet. Among using other technologies to access other darknets. Today we are talking about the recent scam called "Address Poisoning" which tricks users into sending funds to a scammer instead of the intended recipient. The scam works by poisoning the wallet's transaction history with scammer's addresses that are very similar to addresses that a user recently had transactions. We discuss the very basics of the scam and a bit of how it works. Today we are also talking about Gary James Harmon, who pleaded guilty to stealing cryptocurrency from a hardware wallet seized from his brother, Larry Dean Harmon after law enforcement had seized said wallet. We discuss the importance of being vigilant when using the darknet and cryptocurrency in general. Overall, Darknet Demystified is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the darknet, hacking, Operational Security and cryptocurrency. The podcast provides a comprehensive overview of the various aspects of the darknet, including its use in illegal activities, the technologies and tools used to access it, and the potential risks associated with using it. By providing clear explanations and real-life examples, the podcast helps to demystify the darknet and makes it easier for listeners to understand and navigate this complex world.

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