This episode we unpack what a DDoS attack actually is, using the specter of Anonymous as a cultural touchstone rather than a how-to villain. We talk about why high-profile groups target services, what it feels like in real time when traffic spikes and systems start gasping, and how panic can make things worse.
Instead of glorifying attackers, we center on mindset: staying calm, recognizing early warning signs, and understanding the difference between noise and a true outage.
The takeaway isn't technical bravado; it's preparedness. By the end of the episode, "surviving" a DDoS means knowing how to keep your service, your team, and your reputation intact when the internet decides to stress-test you all at once.
00:00 Hello & Introduction
00:51 The Anonymous Attack
06:19 Unprepared Response
13:52 DDoS Solutions
16:08 Smart Attacks
25:06 Evolution of Protection
33:11 Risk & Insurance
34:52 Podcast Wrap-Up
