S04 E03 Part 2: Human Trafficking in Online Marketplaces (Part 2): Exposing the Threats & Tools to Fight Back

February 18th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  33 mins 33 secs

David Cook, Matt Richardson, Elliot, and Daniel delve into OSINT's role in investigating child trafficking, offering practical tracking tips and safeguarding advice for parents.
This episode delves deeper into how investigators use open-source intelligence (OSINT) to uncover and disrupt human trafficking networks, with insights from experts at ShadowDragon and the Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative (ATII). They explain how repeated text, images, and publicly available digital data provide critical leads, stressing the importance of ethical and transparent collection methods. Finally, the conversation offers practical tips for parents on preventing exploitation, including maintaining open dialogue, setting firm boundaries, and remembering the “stop, block, and talk” rule.

S04 E02 Part 1: Human Trafficking in Online Marketplaces (Part 1): Exposing the Threats & Tools to Fight Back

February 3rd, 2025  |  Season 4  |  59 mins 50 secs

In this episode of the Shadow Dragon podcast, host David Cook speaks with Matt Richardson from the Anti Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative (ATII) alongside Shadow Dragon’s CEO and CTO. They examine how traffickers operate, the impact on victims, and the investigative tools used to track and disrupt these crimes. The discussion also highlights the emotional toll on investigators and the importance of ongoing community partnerships to protect vulnerable populations.

S04 E01 - OSINT in the Maritime Domain with Rae Baker

January 27th, 2025  |  Season 4  |  45 mins 53 secs

Rae Baker, a senior OSINT analyst specializing in maritime intelligence, discusses how open-source intelligence tools like AIS and satellite imagery can help detect suspicious shipping activity and sanctions evasion. Alongside host Nico "The Dutch OSINT Guy" Dekens and co-host David Cook, she explains how adversaries employ “shadow fleets,” spoof AIS signals, and use shell companies to obscure ownership. The episode highlights best practices for analysts, compliance teams, and insurers to mitigate risks through thorough due diligence, domain expertise, and AI-powered analysis.

S3 E12: How a Former CIA Targeter Uses OSINT

December 14th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  29 mins 4 secs

The podcast explores how Jake, a former CIA targeting officer, uses Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) tools and platforms, like Horizon© and SocialNet©, in understanding geopolitical shifts, corporate risk mitigation, and monitoring emerging threats. The discussion includes real-world applications, such as analyzing Syria's instability and assessing security risks for high-profile individuals, emphasizing the importance of timely data collection and validation.

S03 E11: Biotech Security and National Threats: Navigating Open Source Intelligence, Supply Chain Risks, and Insider Threats

November 1st, 2024  |  Season 3  |  36 mins 12 secs

In this episode, Nico ‘Dutch OSINT Guy’ Dekens, David Cook, and guest Jackie Giunta discuss the critical security challenges facing the biotech industry, from insider threats and supply chain vulnerabilities to the role of open-source intelligence in countering nation-state actors. They emphasize the importance of proactive due diligence, private-public collaboration, and vigilance in protecting sensitive technology and data.

S03 E10: Navigating Election Monitoring: Insights on Security, Disinformation, and Social Media Trends

October 11th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  42 mins 8 secs

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In this episode, hosts Nico "Dutch OSINT Guy" Dekens and David Cook, dive into the complexities of election monitoring using OSINT with guest Brye Ravettine from the ShadowDragon team. They discuss the challenges of tracking disinformation, social media trends, and potential threats to election security with OSINT, including the impact of deepfakes and foreign influence. The conversation emphasizes the importance of using monitoring tools to identify risks and maintain election integrity, while also preparing for unpredictable developments.

S03 Special Episode: Combating AI-Driven Disinformation: The Role of OSINT in Safeguarding 2024 Elections | ShadowDragon Podcast

October 7th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  5 mins 47 secs

S03 E09: Unconventional Influence: OSINT for Psychological Operations and Business Warfare with Russ Robson | Shadow Dragon Podcast S3E9

October 4th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  54 mins 20 secs

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ShadowDragon's own David Cook talks with former Psychological Operations soldier, Russ Robson about his forthcoming book, "Unconventional Influence: The Ethical Psyop Manual for Modern Business Warfare" and how OSINT can help in almost every facet of warfare and business.

S03 E08: Hijacked Hashtags and Potential Malware in Short URLs on Social Media

August 17th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  5 mins 8 secs

In this episode of the ShadowDragon podcast, Nico "Dutch OSINT Guy" Dekens warns about a surge in malicious social media activity, where scammers hijack trending topics to lure users into clicking harmful links that lead to scam sites.

S03 E07: Iranian Tensions Fueled by AI-Generated Content and Unrest in the UK

August 12th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  5 mins 13 secs

Nico Dekens breaks down what ShadowDragon's Horizon Monitor is picking up in the information space focused on Iranian aggression in the Middle East and unrest in the United Kingdom.

S03 E06: ShadowDragon OSINT Geopolitics Podcast - Unveiling Meliorator: Russian AI's Role in Global Disinformation

July 11th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  5 mins 3 secs

In this episode of the ShadowDragon OSINT Geopolitics Podcast, host Nico Dekens, also known as the Dutch OSINT Guy, delves into a critical cybersecurity advisory on Russian state-sponsored media using advanced AI software, Meliorator, to manipulate social media. The episode explores the capabilities of Meliorator, including creating fake personas and disseminating disinformation, and provides recommendations for social media platforms to combat these sophisticated threats. Stay informed and vigilant against disinformation campaigns with insights from top intelligence agencies in the US, Netherlands, and Canada.

S03 E05: OpenAI Disrupts Covert Influence Operations With The Help of OSINT

July 9th, 2024  |  Season 3  |  8 mins 30 secs

In this episode of the ShadowDragon podcast, host Nico Dekens delves into how OpenAI is addressing and preventing covert influence operations. Dekens highlights OpenAI's commitment to identifying and disrupting attempts to misuse their technology for manipulating public opinion.