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Insights Into Things is a podcast network bringing unique perspectives and deep dives into some of the every day things we deal with on a regular basis. From the trials and tribulations teenagers face, to mysteries and frustrations of today‘s technology, to perspectives on historical events and how they affect us today right down to the latest in pop culture and entertainment news. Insights Into Things offers shows that provide perspective, knowledge and insights into things that matter to you. Insights Into Things, insightful podcasts by informative hosts

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    History Insights Today — October 30, 2026

    History Insights Today — Oct 30: North Korea's failed raid, Argentina's democratic return, Orson Welles' radio scare, the Aegean tsunami, and Michael Jackson's final album. Sources and further reading in the show notes. History Insights Today — October 30, 2026 This episode of History Insights Today explores key events from October 30th across history, including a failed North Korean raid on South Korea, Argentina's return to democracy, a radio broadcast that sparked panic, a deadly Aegean Sea earthquake, and the release of Michael Jackson's final album. In this episode In 1968, North Korea attempted a commando raid on South Korea to overthrow Park Chung Hee but failed due to strong defenses. In 1983, Argentina held its first democratic election in a decade, ending the military dictatorship and marking the start of civilian rule. In 1938, Orson Welles' radio drama 'The War of the Worlds' caused widespread panic, showcasing the power of mass media. In 2020, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake in the Aegean Sea triggered a tsunami, killing 119 people and displacing thousands. News stories 2020: A magnitude-7.0 earthquake occurred in the Aegean Sea between Greece and Turkey, triggering a tsunami and causing 119 deaths. — Wikipedia — On this day 2001: Michael Jackson released Invincible, his final studio album and the most expensive album ever produced. — Wikipedia — On this day 1983: As the military dictatorship came to an end, Argentina's first democratic election in a decade resulted in Raúl Alfonsín being elected president. — Wikipedia — On this day 1968: A squad of 120 North Korean Army commandos landed in boats along a 25-mile long section of the eastern coast of South Korea in a failed attempt to overthrow the dictatorship of Park Chung Hee and reunify Korea. — Wikipedia — On this day 1938: CBS Radio broadcast "The War of the Worlds", a radio drama that newspapers accused of tricking Americans into believing there was an actual Martian invasion. — Wikipedia — On this day Sources Eight unforgettable ways 1968 made history | CNN — CNN --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    History Insights Today — October 30, 2026

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    Daily Tech Insights — Friday, October 30th, 2026

    Daily Tech Insights — Oct 30: Microsoft fixes VPN issues, AI scams, and a crypto heist. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Friday, October 30th, 2026 Today's episode covers four key stories impacting IT operations: Microsoft's fix for Always On VPN issues, AI-powered scams targeting retailers, a cybersecurity roadmap for DoD contractors, and a massive Binance hack. These stories highlight the need for vigilance in patch management, scam detection, compliance, and AI security. In this episode Microsoft released a fix for Always On VPN connection failures caused by recent Windows 11 updates, with a temporary workaround available until the next Patch Tuesday. Scammers are rapidly rebuilding fake shopping sites using look-alike domains, emphasizing the need for strong authentication and user training. A free cybersecurity roadmap from Associated Builders and Contractors helps DoD contractors meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Level 1 requirements. A $6.3 billion hack of Binance underscores the importance of multi-factor authentication and real-time monitoring for cryptocurrency and SMB security. News stories ABC publishes free cybersecurity roadmap for DOD contractors — Construction Dive Researchers find bugs in 5 AI developer tools, with OpenAI and Microsoft flaws still unpatched — The Register [Is Windows Defender Enough? Paid Plans From $59.99 [2026]](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilwFBVV95cUxPN2E1b19qUVAzQjMzMzhSTlVpbXZoeENuR3ZORWNsWE0weDVrbUxBZklVVldxTU9zTVFsTjZmZDNtV1NRS1lobGlBMUs1YTNNOE1IbERja2RpR2s1NkEwWThrNEpLYXNHRkd4TmZ6aHNhUnBtejlnc1hWUWU0ejhRcGpVaWNsR3B2OEVKdnpNakZaSGc0V0hj?oc=5) — https://tech-insider.org/ Scammers rebuild fake shopping sites within hours of a takedown — Help Net Security The $6.3 Billion Binance Hack Was Pulled Off in Just 20 Minutes — Wired Security Microsoft finally fixes VPN issues caused by September updates — BleepingComputer Sources ABC publishes free cybersecurity roadmap for DOD contractors — Construction Dive Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    Daily Tech Insights — Friday, October 30th, 2026

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    Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 29th, 2026

    Daily Tech Insights — Oct 29: PHP flaw exploited, stolen logins spread attacks, cyber insurance becomes audit Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 29th, 2026 Today's episode covers a critical PHP vulnerability being exploited in the wild, a growing threat of stolen staff logins spreading attacks across K-12 schools, and how cyber insurance is now treated as a security audit. The FBI warns of a sophisticated fraud scheme targeting small businesses, while IT teams are urged to patch PHP systems and prepare for cyber insurance audits. In this episode The PHP2Shell vulnerability allows attackers to execute remote code with web server privileges, already exploited in the wild and added to CISA's KEV list. Stolen staff logins are being used to spread phishing attacks across K-12 school districts, with malware often delivered via malicious ads on legitimate websites. Cyber insurance applications are now treated as detailed security audits, requiring honest answers backed by evidence to avoid coverage loss. A suspected China-nexus threat actor used PHP2Shell and other exploits to breach U.S. government-affiliated servers, highlighting the vulnerability's real-world impact. News stories PHP2Shell is in CISA KEV: why runtime visibility matters — Security Boulevard Stolen staff logins are spreading attacks between K-12 school districts — Help Net Security Your Cyber Insurance Application Is Now an Audit. Answer It Like One. — The Future of Things [[New Threat Trend Data] When Bad Actors Use Reality Against Us](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijgFBVV95cUxNak84RGpvN3RCb0UzX1RMZ19JSTFDTnYtVEwwSlRtd3VwalpDTGhtTjVGbjlUTU94eGZwVU1RdTBLdUR0Y2dwVDJoek5SS1dsN3lKWTc3bFJieWVEUnRuTTE2T3BFaTNFVmJzRjRPRjNzQVdfc0VhZEl6dzhnb1daUEFGelJDWE1kd3dHRGlR?oc=5) — KnowBe4 Blog FBI issues warning after fraudsters target New Jersey trading card shops — News12 | New Jersey PHP2Shell Password Risks: Which Accounts Should You Secure? — Cybernews Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 29th, 2026

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    History Insights Today — October 29, 2026

    History Insights Today — Oct 29: Nanbu clan surrenders, M25 opens, John Glenn flies again, Sandy hits shore. Sources and further reading in the show notes. History Insights Today — October 29, 2026 This episode of History Insights Today explores key events from October 29th across military history, politics, science, and disaster. From the fall of the Nanbu clan in Japan to the opening of the M25 motorway in Britain, John Glenn’s return to space, and the impact of Hurricane Sandy, the episode highlights moments that shaped nations and lives. In this episode The Nanbu clan's surrender in 1868 marked a pivotal shift in Japan's transition from feudal rule to imperial modernization. Margaret Thatcher's opening of the M25 in 1986 symbolized Britain's focus on infrastructure and economic growth. John Glenn's 1998 spaceflight at age 77 advanced research on aging and space adaptation, bridging science and exploration. Hurricane Sandy in 2012, the second-most destructive storm in U.S. history, highlighted the growing impact of climate change on extreme weather. News stories 2012: Hurricane Sandy, the largest Atlantic hurricane on record, made landfall in New Jersey and caused nearly $75 billion in damages, becoming the second-most destructive storm in U.S. history. — Wikipedia — On this day 1998: At 77 years old, former astronaut John Glenn (pictured) returned to space aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery on the STS-95 mission. — Wikipedia — On this day 1986: British prime minister Margaret Thatcher officially opened the M25, one of Britain's busiest motorways. — Wikipedia — On this day 1868: The Nanbu clan of Honshu surrendered to Japanese imperial forces during the Boshin War. — Wikipedia — On this day 1899: The Kansas City Journal reported that the association had its best year, with successful exhibitions and events. — Chronicling America (Library of Congress) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    History Insights Today — October 29, 2026

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    History Insights Today — October 28th, 2026

    History Insights Today — Oct 28: British capture White Plains, Tutankhamun's mask found, first British satellite launched, Hōei earthquake, Royal Marines born. Sources and further reading in the show notes. History Insights Today — October 28th, 2026 History Insights Today — Oct 28: Key events from across history, from battles and discoveries to natural disasters and military formations. In this episode In 1776, the British captured White Plains, marking a strategic loss for the American Revolutionary War. The 1925 discovery of Tutankhamun's mask sparked global fascination with ancient Egypt's artistry and beliefs. Britain launched its first satellite, Prospero, in 1971, advancing its space program capabilities. The 1707 Hōei earthquake and tsunami devastated Japan, becoming one of the country's most destructive natural events. News stories 1971: Prospero (flight spare pictured), the first British satellite launched on a British rocket, lifted off from Launch Area 5B in Woomera, South Australia.) — Wikipedia — On this day 1925: The funerary mask of Tutankhamun, possibly originally made for Queen Neferneferuaten, was uncovered for the first time in approximately 3,250 years. — Wikipedia — On this day 1776: American Revolutionary War: As George Washington's Continental Army retreated northward from New York City, the British Army captured the village of White Plains. — Wikipedia — On this day 1707: The Hōei earthquake ruptured all segments of the Nankai megathrust simultaneously – the only earthquake recorded to have done so. — Wikipedia — On this day 1664: The Duke of York and Albany's Maritime Regiment of Foot, the forerunner to the Royal Marines, was established at the grounds of the Honourable Artillery Company in London. — Wikipedia — On this day Sources Prospero (spacecraft) - Wikipedia) — Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    History Insights Today — October 28th, 2026

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    Daily Tech Insights — Wednesday, October 28, 2026

    We examine firewall exploits, AI session theft, and recent breaches to ask if you are compromised without knowing it. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Wednesday, October 28, 2026 This episode investigates whether small and mid-sized businesses are suffering silent breaches, highlighting a China-linked threat actor actively exploiting PHP vulnerabilities to gain root access on firewalls. We also examine the rise of infostealers targeting AI assistant sessions and recent incidents at major providers like 123 Reg and GMO, which underscore the critical detection gap in lean IT teams. The core argument is that silence does not equal safety, prompting a shift toward assuming breach until proven otherwise. In this episode A China-linked threat actor is chaining PHP vulnerabilities with a Linux kernel bug to drop persistent webshells on unpatched, internet-facing firewalls. A new infostealer named Aokigahara targets developer keyrings and active AI assistant sessions, stealing live tokens and API keys rather than just static passwords. The 123 Reg breach, suspected to be linked to the Artex group, highlights the expanding blast radius of third-party service provider compromises for SMBs. The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center incident, where 36,000 systems were compromised, serves as a wake-up call to audit privileged identity accounts and Active Directory integrity. The GMO data breach illustrates the detection gap in lean IT teams, reinforcing the need to assume breach and focus on limiting the critical harm of data leakage. News stories PHP2Shell Exploits Trigger 'Black October' Cybersecurity Surge — 조선일보 The Reality Revealed by the GMO Data Breach: In an Era Where Even the Digital Agency Gets Hit, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises Are 'Being Hit Without Realizing It' — note 'Aokigahara' Stealer Targets 'Developer Keyrings' & AI Assistants — Dark Reading [UNM Health Ransomware: 36,000 Systems Claimed [2026]](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMijAFBVV95cUxNQUhENjkwaERWWmtIRGd2UFBEWnpMZXlDczNCV21VTV9xdm9vcDh3RnNOS2M2RjFqU3ZEY3FsOTlJUXNRXzF4ejk2NkhwTzVfbzF4NkNXdGZSZ05nZk9UTldyczJBcWdmVTZKTHBWVkhoaEFfZ3hWR0tEUWVnQmNoMzNVQ292T0hzMXdncQ?oc=5) — https://tech-insider.org/ China-Linked Hackers Exploit PHP2Shell to Root Firewalls — SecurityWeek 123 Reg discloses 'AI cyberattack' on customer data, suspects China nexus — The Register Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    Daily Tech Insights — Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    History Insights Today — October 27, 2026

    History Insights Today — Oct 27: NYC subway opens, Santa Cruz battle, Bihar riots, Widerøe crash. Sources and further reading in the show notes. History Insights Today — October 27, 2026 Today's episode explores key historical events from October 27th across different domains, including the opening of New York's first underground subway, the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands, the Bihar riots of 1946, and the crash of Widerøe Flight 744. Each event highlights significant moments in transportation, warfare, communal conflict, and aviation safety. In this episode On October 27, 1904, the first underground segment of the New York City Subway opened, revolutionizing urban transportation and setting the stage for one of the world’s busiest transit systems. In 1942, Japan achieved a tactical victory at the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands, though it marked a turning point in the Pacific War as Japan’s naval dominance began to wane. The 1946 Bihar riots, fueled by disputes over alleged abductions, led to widespread violence and a highly disputed death toll, reflecting the complex nature of communal conflict in post-independence India. Widerøe Flight 744 crashed in 1993 due to pilot error and systemic failures within the airline, highlighting the importance of standardized procedures in aviation safety. News stories 1993: Widerøe Flight 744 suffered a controlled flight into terrain while on approach to Namsos Airport, Norway, killing two crew members and four passengers. — Wikipedia — On this day 1946: Inter-religious riots in which Hindu mobs targeted Muslim families began in the Indian state of Bihar, resulting in thousands of deaths. — Wikipedia — On this day 1942: The Empire of Japan achieved a pyrrhic victory against the United States at the Battle of the Santa Cruz Islands. — Wikipedia — On this day 1914: World War I: The Royal Navy dreadnought HMS Audacious was sunk by a mine, but its loss was kept secret for four years. — Wikipedia — On this day 1904: The first underground segment of the New York City Subway opened, connecting New York City Hall (station pictured) with Harlem. — Wikipedia — On this day Sources Widerøe Flight 744 - Wikipedia — Wikimedia Foundation, Inc. --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    History Insights Today — October 27, 2026

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    Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 27th, 2026

    Daily Tech Insights — Oct 27: Free cloud security tools and ransomware risks for SMBs. Full credits and links in the show notes. Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 27th, 2026 Today's episode explores new cloud security tools, ransomware risks, and critical updates for SMBs, emphasizing preparedness and proactive defense strategies. In this episode Seesa has released free, open-source tools like ScubaGear and ScubaGoggles to help secure Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace environments. A recent ransomware report highlights that nearly half of SMBs lack confidence in their ransomware protection strategies. Mega breaches have nearly tripled in 2026, with the health sector seeing the highest number of data breaches in Australia. Microsoft is ending native SMS authentication in Entra ID, urging users to transition to passkeys to improve security against phishing. News stories Cybersecurity Flashpoints This Week: Data Leaks, Key Theft, Software Backdoors Rock Tech Ecosystem — BW Businessworld Mega breaches nearly triple as health sector tops Australia’s data breach count — Insurance Business Microsoft">https://www.neowin.net/news/microsoft-entra-id-ending-native-sms-authentication-pushing-users-to-passkeys//RK=2/RS=RqhOp0IvtYCyebEWlJWfhv7tbxY-">Microsoft Entra ID ending native SMS authentication, pushing users to passkeys — Neowin Hornetsecurity by Proofpoint Ransomware Report 2027 reveals nearly half of companies don't trust their own defences — PR Newswire UK CISA Offers Two Free Tools to Detect Security Misconfigurations in Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace — CyberSecurityNews Ransomware Incident at Paylogix Affects 41K Individuals — The HIPAA Journal Sources Hornetsecurity GmbH: Hornetsecurity by Proofpoint Ransomware Report 2027 reveals nearly half of companies don't trust their own defences — FinanzNachrichten.de Music credits Music: "Werq" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) (CC BY 4.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) --- Voices in this episode were generated with AI text-to-speech from the hosts' script. Research and drafting for this episode were assisted by AI tools. All content was reviewed and fact-checked by the host. Views expressed are my own and do not represent my employer.

    Daily Tech Insights — Thursday, October 27th, 2026
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Insights Into Things is a podcast network bringing unique perspectives and deep dives into some of the every day things we deal with on a regular basis. From the trials and tribulations teenagers face, to mysteries and frustrations of today‘s technology, to perspectives on historical events and how they affect us today right down to the latest in pop culture and entertainment news. Insights Into Things offers shows that provide perspective, knowledge and insights into things that matter to you. Insights Into Things, insightful podcasts by informative hosts

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    2019 - 2026
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