I am the Hillbilly Hacker. With nearly 30 years of technology and security experience, my goal is to help you understand how this crazy digital world works in a way even Mamaw can understand. We'll talk about the latest news, discover how the newest technology works, and have you grinnin' like a possum. Join us every week to learn something new and have a little fun. Be sure to like, share, subscribe and ring that bell icon for the latest updates. Hope to see you soon.
You have the latest, most advanced Endpoint Protection Software and 24/7 Global support from a Security operations team. Why are you still leaking data online? The Hillbilly Hacker explains why you're leaking and how to patch it in the latest podcast.
From the original blog - Are You Leaking Data? (https://www.goscnow.com/are-you-leaking-data/)
Other useful links:
How the Internet Works (https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/)
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24 (https://www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24)
9 Apr 2026
EP13 - Did AI Take Your Jobs?
Did artificial intelligence take your jobs or did global corporations do what they always do and use the hottest new technology as their personal scapegoat? The Hillbilly Hacker knows!
From the original blog - Did AI Take Your Jobs? (https://www.goscnow.com/did-ai-take-your-jobs/)
Other useful links:
How the Internet Works (https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/)
Singularity - The End of Humanity? (https://www.goscnow.com/singularity-the-end-of-humanity/)
US Chamber of Commerce - CapEx and OpEx Explained (https://www.uschamber.com/co/run/finance/capex-opex-and-cogs-explained)
Bring Emergency Management Home (https://www.goscnow.com/bring-emergency-management-home/)
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24 (www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24)
23 Mar 2026
Season 2 Preview - I'm Back!
Where the HECK have you been? Better question, what's next? More episodes of Hillybilly Hacker are on the way!
How the Internet Works - https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/
Singularity - The End of Humanity? - https://www.goscnow.com/singularity-the-end-of-humanity/
Bring Emergency Management Home - https://www.goscnow.com/bring-emergency-management-home/
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24
24 Apr 2025
EP12 - What is Quantum Computing?
Tech companies and security experts warn that Quantum Computing will change the world. Is it true? When will it happen? What can you do to protect yourself? Is that why my ears are ringing? The Hillbilly Hacker has all the answers!
From the original blog - What is Quantum Computing? - https://www.goscnow.com/what-is-quantum-computing/
Other useful links:
How the Internet Works - https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/
Singularity - The End of Humanity? - https://www.goscnow.com/singularity-the-end-of-humanity/
Little Bobby Tables - https://xkcd.com/327/
Bring Emergency Management Home - https://www.goscnow.com/bring-emergency-management-home/
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24
20 Mar 2025
EP11 - The Dark Web!
Have you ever been curious about the Dark Web? Wonder how security companies claim to know if your data is there? Learn what it is and isn't in this podcast.
From the original blog - Guide to the Dark Web - https://www.goscnow.com/guide-to-the-dark-web/
Other useful links:
How the Internet Works - https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/
OWASP Top 10 - https://owasp.org/www-project-top-ten/
Have I Been PWNED? - https://haveibeenpwned.com
Little Bobby Tables - https://xkcd.com/327/
Latest Breach Data Tells All - https://www.goscnow.com/latest-breach-data-tells-all/
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24
13 Feb 2025
EP10 - Make The Internet Fast Again!
Why is the Internet so slow? It's probably you! Learn how to make your phones and computers burn across the digital landscape at lightning speeds. This episode includes a deep-dive into Wireless technology and how it works!
From the original blog -Make The Internet Fast Again! (https://www.goscnow.com/make-the-internet-fast-again/) -https://www.goscnow.com/make-the-internet-fast-again/
Other useful links:
How the Internet Works (https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/)-https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/
Magic Inside QR Codes (https://www.goscnow.com/magic-inside-qr-codes/) - https://www.goscnow.com/magic-inside-qr-codes/
Latest Breach Data Tells All (https://www.goscnow.com/latest-breach-data-tells-all/) -https://www.goscnow.com/latest-breach-data-tells-all/
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24 (www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24)
21 Jan 2025
EP9 - Teen Online Safety Tips
OMG! Did you know that teens and tweens (ages 8-12) are one of the most common targets for scammers and hackers? True story! Find out what they want and how to give them the slip in this mega cool episode.
From the original blog - 10 Teen Tips for Cyber Safety - https://www.goscnow.com/10-teen-tips-for-cyber-safety/
Other useful links:
How the Internet Works - https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/
Apple Privacy and Security Myths - https://www.goscnow.com/apple-privacy-and-security-myths/
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? - https://www.goscnow.com/what-is-artificial-intelligence-ai/
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24
13 Nov 2024
EP8 - Avoiding Scams for Seniors
Hillbilly Hacker hosts share expert insights on protecting seniors from scams, providing actionable tips and essential cybersecurity tools for a safer online experience.
30 Sept 2024
EP7 - You've Got The Power!
Western Society relies on electricity. Learn how to protect your equipment, data, and home from bad electricity. Also learn how to prepare for power grid failure on a minimal budget.
Based on the blogs "Prepare for Grid Failure" - https://www.goscnow.com/prepare-for-grid-failure/ and "Practical Power Protection Guide" - https://www.goscnow.com/practical-power-protection-guide/
Visit our YouTube channel at - www.youtube.com/@HillbillyHacker24
5 Aug 2024
EP6 - What the Heck is a Firewall?
Connecting to the Internet unprotected will burn you. Learn what a firewall is, what it isn't, and how it can protect you and your data from bots and hackers.
Based on the blog "What is a Firewall?" - https://www.goscnow.com/what-is-a-firewall/
28 Jun 2024
EP5 - Fistful of QR Codes
Love them or loathe them, QR codes are here to stay! Learn their history, their bright future, and how to avoid the bad ones.
Based on the blog:
https://www.goscnow.com/10-privacy-tips-everyone-should-know/
10 Jun 2024
EP4 - Privacy
Is privacy dead? Is it too late to protect yourself? Oh heck no! In this episode, we discuss how to keep your digital life clean despite breaches.
Based on the blog:
https://www.goscnow.com/10-privacy-tips-everyone-should-know/
3 Jun 2024
EP3 - How to Stop Robocalls
Wouldn't you like to stop getting calls about your car's extended warranty? Yeah, me too! In this episode we explore how the government and telephone industry has finally but reluctantly given us the tools to fight back!
Based on the original blog - https://www.goscnow.com/10-mostly-free-ways-to-stop-robocalls-and-spam/
20 May 2024
EP2 - What is Artificial Intelligence?
Everything now seems to include some advanced Artificial Intelligence. But did you know that most of this AI they claim to have isn't AI at all? Learn what AI is and isn't in this episode.
Read the original blog here - https://www.goscnow.com/what-is-artificial-intelligence-ai/
13 May 2024
EP1 - How The Internet Works
Ever wonder how your refrigerator is able to connect to the Internet and automatically update your shopping list? Or how you can watch YouTube in your office when you should be working? Well I'm gonna explain to you how the Internet works!
Read the original blog here - https://www.goscnow.com/how-the-internet-works/
23 Apr 2024
Hillbilly Hacker Intro
I am the Hillbilly Hacker. Welcome to my podcast channel. With nearly 30 years of technology and security experience, my goal is to help you understand how this crazy digital world works in a way even mamaw can understand. We'll talk about the latest news, discover how the newest technology works, bring on some entertaining guests, and have you grinnin' like a possum. Join us every week to learn something new and have a little fun. Hope to see you soon.
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