Random but Memorable

1Password

A Signal and Webby award winning security podcast that you can rely on for lighthearted, practical security advice, in-depth interviews with industry experts, deep dives into data breaches, and some random but fun security games.

Join cybersecurity experts and podcast hosts, Matt Davey, Michael “Roo” Fey, Anna Eastick, and Sara Teare, every other Tuesday for fun banter and cybersecurity updates.

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#171
August 20 · 1 hr 3 min
What every business needs to know about prompt injection attacks with Johann Rehberger
We’re back for a brand-new season! 🎉 And we're kicking things off with an evolving security risk in the AI space: prompt injection attacks. 🤖⚠️ In Watchtower Weekly, we discuss how prompt injection has evolved from chatbot jailbreaks into a serious business risk. As AI tools start reading emails, documents, code, and other sensitive data, we go beyond the headlines to unpack the real-world impact of this attack vector. To dig deeper, Wade sits down with Johann Rehberger, independent AI secur
August 6 · 32 min
Why "always-on" access is a hidden security risk with Rom Carmel
Always-on access might sound convenient, but it can quietly become a serious security risk. 🔐⚠️ In this bonus episode of Random but Memorable, we’re joined by Rom Carmel, VP of Product Management at 1Password, to introduce 1Password Privileged Access. Rom breaks down what privileged access management actually means, and why permanent permissions can leave companies exposed. He also explains how “just-in-time” and “just enough” access can protect teams and their most critical systems, without
July 7 · 33 min
Fact or Fiction: Cybersecurity Edition | Bonus Episode
Fact or fiction? 🕵️‍♀️ In this bonus episode, Wade puts Sara and Jayden to the test with a series of cybersecurity myths, urban legends, and viral social media claims. Can criminals steal your fingerprints from a selfie? Does Incognito Mode really hide everything you do? Is your phone secretly listening to serve you ads? And should you actually worry about public USB chargers or smart TVs? 🫆📲 Follow along and see if you can separate the facts from the fear mongering! By the end, you’ll know
June 23 · 18 min
BONUS EPISODE: Answering YOUR listener questions
You asked, we answered! 🎙️🔐 In this bonus episode of Random but Memorable, we’re tackling listener questions from Reddit and the 1Password Community. We cover everything from why some people are still skeptical of passkeys, to the role 1Password will play in a future where AI agents sign in and complete tasks on our behalf. Plus, we dig into 1Password Environments and how it helps developers securely manage secrets. Allie, Matt, and Wade also reveal the cybersecurity misconceptions they’d lov
#170
June 9 · 1 hr 16 min
How to start vibe coding without compromising security with Jeff Malnick
Anyone can build software with AI now, and millions of people are giving it a try. But when AI can spin up an app in minutes, are security risks slipping through the cracks? 👀💻 In our season finale of Random but Memorable, we dive into the promise and pitfalls of building software with AI. First, in Crash Course, Roo breaks down what vibe coding actually means, why it’s suddenly taken off, and how people are using AI tools to build apps, websites, games, and workflows. Then, in Watchtower Wee
#169
May 26 · 1 hr 10 min
Cybersecurity tips for the modern traveler with Gerald Auger
Traveling soon? ✈️🔐 This week’s episode is your cybersecurity guide for life on the move. Learn how to keep your personal and professional data secure while navigating airports, public Wi-Fi, and local pickpockets. In Crash Course, we break down 1Password Travel Mode: what it is, how it works, and how it can help protect your most sensitive information when traveling. Wade then sits down with Gerald Auger from Simply Cyber for a practical conversation about travel security. The pair cover v
#168
May 12 · 57 min
The future of identity security with Jacob DePriest | WORLD PASSWORD DAY SPECIAL
In our World Password Day Special, we’re digging into credentials, identity, and authentication — and where security is heading next. 🔐✨ In Watchtower Weekly, we reveal how people are using AI to generate passwords… and why that might not be a great idea. Then, in Crash Course, you’ll learn about entropy — what it actually means, and what makes a password truly strong. 🔤 1Password CISO Jacob DePriest joins the show later on to talk about identity security and the future of authentication.
#167
April 28 · 1 hr 14 min
What to do if you’ve been hacked (with Glenn Wilkinson)
So you’ve been hacked… Now what?! 😬🔐 We all think it won’t happen to us — until it does. In this episode, we take a break from prevention and focus on the important steps to follow if the worst actually happens. Glenn Wilkinson, cybersecurity expert and co-founder of Agger Labs, explains what to do if you, someone you love, or your organization gets hacked. From compromised email accounts to ransomware and the high-stakes decisions that follow, Glenn shares clear advice on how to respond, rec
#166
April 14 · 1 hr 10 min
Are you oversharing with AI? Author Jamie Bartlett has thoughts.
Sharing information with AI has quickly become second nature. But what are you really giving away? 🤖🗣️ Think twice about your next prompt, as we dig into what it really means to use AI tools safely. Jamie Bartlett, author of How to Talk to AI (And How Not To), joins the show to unpack an important skill: using AI without giving away more than you intend. Whether you’re experimenting on your own or managing AI usage across an entire organization, this conversation will help you stay in control.
#165
March 31 · 1 hr 12 min
What it takes to protect and break into data centers with Deviant Ollam
Supply chains, server crashes, and building break-ins. Our latest episode is a reminder that cybersecurity doesn’t stop at the screen. 🏢🔐 We sit down with Deviant Ollam, physical security expert and pentester, as he lifts the lid on the physical “IRL” side of security. From bypassing door locks and badge systems to testing data center defenses, Deviant shares what attackers are looking for, and why the physical layer can be the weakest link. 🚪🔑 But that’s not all! In Watchtower Weekly, we
#164
March 17 · 1 hr 3 min
How to spot AI-generated phishing emails with Bron Gondwana from Fastmail
Are cybersecurity professionals more burned out than ever? 😩🧠 From alert fatigue to constant vigilance, we unpack what’s driving increased stress — and what organizations can do to build sustainable security teams. Plus, we take a deep dive into spear phishing. In Crash Course, you’ll learn why it’s so effective and how AI is making targeted attacks more convincing than ever. Bron Gondwana, CEO of Fastmail joins the show later on to explore what AI-powered phishing looks like from inside your
#163
March 3 · 1 hr 12 min
Everything you need to know about OSINT with Kolina Koltai from Bellingcat
Ever fancied becoming a digital detective? 🕵️‍♀️ This week, we unpack everything you need to know about open-source intelligence (OSINT). In Crash Course, you'll learn what OSINT is, and the power of publicly-available information. Kolina Koltai, an investigator at Bellingcat, joins us later in the show to explain how she uses OSINT to track down scammers.🔎 Before all of that, we dive into OpenClaw, the experimental, self-hosted AI agent that can browse the web and take actions on your behalf
#162
February 17 · 1 hr 8 min
AI security tips for modern families with Childnet
How can you help your loved ones navigate and securely adopt AI tools ? Will Gardner, CEO of Childnet joins the show for a vital conversation about helping families use AI safely. We talk about Childnet’s latest research and the practical ways you can become a digital role model and start better AI conversations at home. 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒💬 In Watchtower Weekly, we unpack some new trends in crypto crime, from deepfake fraud to real-world attacks targeting everyday crypto holders.💰Then, in Crash Cour
#161
February 3 · 1 hr 4 min
How security professionals actually protect their own families
It’s a brand new season of Random but Memorable — and we’re kicking things off with practical security for the people you care about most. 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒🔐 In Watchtower Weekly we unpack AI assistants moving into healthcare — from ChatGPT Health to Claude for Healthcare — and what that means for privacy, accuracy, and trust. Later, you’ll hear how members of the 1Password security team protect their own families — sharing real-world advice on home devices and networks, kids, parents, and the small
January 6 · 40 min
Cybersecurity resolutions you’ll actually stick to in 2026
Happy New Year! 🎉✨ We’re kicking off 2026 with cybersecurity resolutions you’ll actually stick to — no cold plunges, no green juice cleanse, just a handful of tiny ten-minute wins that make a big difference to your privacy and security. We’ve turned the best advice from last season’s guests into a simple, practical checklist. On this episode, you’ll learn the importance of freezing your credit, using passkeys, turning on MFA, tidying up your digital “junk drawer” (and moving the important st
Dec 23, 2025 · 38 min
Cybersecurity Hot Takes 2025
Love a hot take? 🔥 You’re in luck! We’re back with a special end-of-year treat: a rapid-fire round of cybersecurity hot takes guaranteed to start arguments in your group chats and hijack at least one Slack thread. 💬 The team weighs in on bold claims like “Passwords will finally die in 2026” and “AI will solve more cybersecurity problems than it causes next year.” Then we spice things up with hot takes from around 1Password — covering everything from CAPTCHAs (a punishment?) to VPNs (are they
Dec 9, 2025 · 39 min
Cybersecurity Festive Quiz Special 2025
It’s our annual festive special! 🎄✨We’re wrapping up 2025 with a holiday extravaganza packed tighter than a Christmas turkey — complete with games, AI shenanigans, and some truly unhinged cybersecurity headlines. From celebrity deepfakes to record-breaking hacks, we’re revisiting the wildest moments of the year in tech. In “Real or AI?!”, the team tries to spot which stories, voices, and headlines are real… and which ones were cooked up by AI. 🤖🎤 Then in Crack the Code, we decode 2025’s big
#160
Nov 25, 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Avoid Black Friday scams and shop safely online with Simon Miller | BLACK FRIDAY HOLIDAY SCAMS
Black Friday season is upon us! 🛍️ This week, we’re joined by Simon Miller from Cifas, the UK’s leading fraud prevention service, to unpack the latest online scams. He shares essential tips to help you stay safe online and protect your hard-earned cash while shopping online this holiday season. 💳🔒 In Watchtower Weekly, we dive into why weak passwords are still haunting us in 2025 (yes, even “12345” is alive and well), and what the Louvre Museum can teach us about password hygiene. 🖼️🙈 Then,
#159
Nov 11, 2025 · 1 hr 17 min
Why you need a digital estate plan (and where to start) with Erin Bury | ONLINE LEGACY WILL PLANNING
Ever wondered what happens to your online accounts when you’re gone? 💭 This week, we’re joined by Erin Bury, Co-founder and CEO of Willful, to talk about the importance of digital estate planning — what it is, why it matters, and how to make it easier. Erin breaks down how to protect your online accounts, manage your digital legacy, and give your loved ones control of the information that matters most. 📝💙 In Crash Course, we’re going back to basics with a beginner’s guide to AI in 2025 — wha
#158
Oct 28, 2025 · 1 hr
The secret world of car hacking with Joseph Cox | VEHICLE SWAPPING VIDEO GAME
Ever wondered how easy it is to hack a car? 🚗💻 This week, returning guest Joseph Cox, a journalist at 404 Media, joins the podcast to dive into the secret world of car hacking. Joseph explains how modern vehicles have become rolling computers, what that means for your privacy, and the surprising ways criminals are breaking into them. In Crash Course, we unpack SIM swapping — how hackers try to hijack phone numbers to access online accounts, and what you can do to stop it. 📱🔐 Over in Watcht

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