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iWork4Him PodcastEp 2093: Beyond the Bottom Line
In this episode, host Jim Brangenberg heads to Arizona to uncover the extraordinary story of RC Fastener & Components. Owners Rick and Chris Johnson share how surrendering their business fully to God transformed not just their operations, but also their lives, their employees, their customers, and even their vendors. Learn how a fastener company became a living ministry—where business, faith, and community thrive together. Key Points: Rick Johnson shares his personal journey of faith, marked by loss and suffering, which led him to fully surrender his life—and business—to God. Chris Johnson reflects...2025-05-0700 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2091: Choosing a Kingdom Company
What happens when a seasoned CFO approaches the finish line of a successful career and decides not to retire? In this inspiring episode, Jim Brangenberg welcomes back his favorite sister and longtime iWork4Him board member, Sue Wilson, to share why she left corporate stress behind to join a Kingdom-minded company—and how that decision has given her renewed purpose and passion. From the story of the unexpected miracle of how she got her current position to mentoring the next generation of leaders, Sue reflects on what it looks like to live out your faith at work, even...2025-04-2300 min
Digital DesperadosEpisode #41 – Revisit of Episode #15 – Beware the Cozy Bear! The Digital Desperados Podcast explores infamous cybercriminals and attacks with host Jim Brangenberg, story guide Patrick McMurphy, and SaferNet CEO Brad Hawkins. In this episode, we revisit as they delve into the activities of Cozy Bear, a sophisticated state-sponsored hacking group linked to Russia. Cozy Bear specializes in cyber espionage, targeting entities largely across the US, Canada, and Europe, with a focus on disrupting sectors like military, government, and energy. Using advanced techniques like steganography, Cozy Bear became famous for embedding viruses in image files for covert infiltration. Their notorious tool, Cozy Duke, silently extracts data from compromised...2025-04-1620 min
iRetire4Him137: Jim’s Plea to RetireesFEATURING: Jim Brangenberg MINISTRY: iRetire4Him In this powerful episode, Jim Brangenberg shares a heartfelt message about the real purpose of retirement. Many retirees have been led to believe that retirement is solely about relaxation and pleasure, but Jim challenges this idea, revealing it’s a lie that sidelines some of the most valuable members of God's kingdom. Instead of stepping back, retirees have an incredible opportunity to step forward—mentoring, serving, and influencing the next generation. Whether through volunteering, mentoring younger believers, or simply loving neighbors well, every retiree has a role to play...2025-04-0911 min
The Shepherd at WorkBehind the Mic: Jim & Martha Brangenberg Get Real About Regret, Redemption, and Kingdom Calling. (S4E14)They're known for asking the questions-but in this episode of The Shepherd at Work, the tables are turned! Krystal Parker sits down with Jim and Martha Brangenberg, the dynamic duo behind the "iWork4Him" podcast and movement, for a deeply personal and refreshingly honest conversation.
With over 3000 interviews under their belt, Jim and Martha have been weaving together the fabric of the faith-and-work movement across the nation. But today, you'll get to meet the couple behind the public platform. They talk real-life regrets from their days running a business, share how they almost missed their opportunity to...2025-04-0525 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #40 – Billionaire, Investor, Disruptor: Peter Thiel Billionaire investor Peter Thiel has been many things—PayPal co-founder, Silicon Valley kingmaker, libertarian mastermind, and more. In this episode, the Digital Desperados gang unravel the tangled web of Thiel’s career, from his early days in PayPal’s "Mafia" to his eyebrow-raising ventures in surveillance, politics, and even cryoginics (yes, he wants to be frozen and revived). Is he a brilliant disruptor or just another billionaire bending the rules – or both? Did he really bankroll Hulk Hogan’s revenge against an online tabloid? And what’s with his obsession with Lord of the Rings? We’re connecting the...2025-04-0218 minDigital DesperadosContent Details: Episode #39 – Ctrl + Alt + Caught: w0rmer’s Story In this episode of Digital Desperados, dive into the cautionary tale of hacker-turned-ethical-hacker, Higinio Ochoa, aka w0rmer. What starts as harmless curiosity quickly escalates into full-blown cyber activism with CabinCr3w, an offshoot of Anonymous. Their mission? To expose police misconduct through hacking and doxing. But w0rmer’s downfall came not from elite cybersecurity forces—but from a single geotagged photo of his fiancée in a bikini, a memento left to taunt authorities. The FBI tracked him down in record time, leading to his arrest, a 27-month prison sentence, and an internet ban that reshap...2025-03-1915 min
Digital DesperadosContent Details: Episode #39 – Ctrl + Alt + Caught: w0rmer’s StoryIn this episode of Digital Desperados, dive into the cautionary tale of hacker-turned-ethical-hacker, Higinio Ochoa, aka w0rmer. What starts as harmless curiosity quickly escalates into full-blown cyber activism with CabinCr3w, an offshoot of Anonymous. Their mission? To expose police misconduct through hacking and doxing. But w0rmer’s downfall came not from elite cybersecurity forces—but from a single geotagged photo of his fiancée in a bikini, a memento left to taunt authorities. The FBI tracked him down in record time, leading to his arrest, a 27-month prison sentence, and an internet ban that reshap...2025-03-1915 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #8 – Iceman’s Cyber FreezeThis newest episode of the Digital Desperados Podcast recounts the chilling story of Max Butler, aka the Iceman, known for his cool demeanor and freezing victims' assets through credit card fraud. Butler's journey from teenage mischief to a hacking career unfolds as he evolves from theft and assault to orchestrating elaborate credit card schemes. Despite facing legal consequences, Iceman’s criminal endeavors escalate, showcasing the dark side of the digital realm.Discover the twists and turns of the Iceman's story, his prison stints, and the sophisticated techniques he employed in his cyber exploits. From pirated software to ph...2025-03-1719 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #7 – Sabu: Hacktivist, Informant, Cybersecurity AdvocateThis episode’s featured dark tale revolves around Hector Xavier Monsegur, also known as Sabu, a prominent figure in hacking and hacktivism. Born in 1983 in Puerto Rico, Sabu's challenging upbringing led him to explore hacking from a young age. The story follows Sabu's hacking techniques, such as exploring vulnerabilities, phishing attacks, social engineering, and cross-site scripting. Although a prominent figure within the hacker group Anonymous, Sabu eventually became an FBI informant, leading to the arrest of several hackers.As always, listeners learn the importance of cybersecurity and can see why SaferNet is an ideal solution. SaferNet's features – incl...2025-03-1723 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #38 – Gary Alford Takes Down “The Dread Pirate Roberts”In this episode of Digital Desperados, hosts Jim Brangenberg and Patrick McMurphy dive into the heroic story of Gary Alford, the IRS investigator who cracked the infamous Silk Road case (see episode 20). Unlike the usual criminals featured on the show, Alford was the determined underdog who outmaneuvered the FBI and Homeland Security with old-school detective work. While high-tech forensic tools failed, Alford relied on logic, persistence, and a simple Google search to find the rookie mistake that brought down Ross Ulbricht—aka “The Dread Pirate Roberts.” The irony? While the government chased sophisticated digital trails, it was a forgo...2025-03-1715 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #38 – Gary Alford Takes Down “The Dread Pirate Roberts” In this episode of Digital Desperados, hosts Jim Brangenberg and Patrick McMurphy dive into the heroic story of Gary Alford, the IRS investigator who cracked the infamous Silk Road case (see episode 20). Unlike the usual criminals featured on the show, Alford was the determined underdog who outmaneuvered the FBI and Homeland Security with old-school detective work. While high-tech forensic tools failed, Alford relied on logic, persistence, and a simple Google search to find the rookie mistake that brought down Ross Ulbricht—aka “The Dread Pirate Roberts.” The irony? While the government chased sophisticated digital trails, it was a forgot...2025-03-0515 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #37 – Antivirus to Anarchy: The John McAfee StoryIn this fascinating episode of Digital Desperados, Patrick McMurphy takes us deep into the wild and chaotic life of John McAfee, the tech genius turned fugitive. Best known for creating McAfee Antivirus, John’s story is anything but ordinary. From his early days as a brilliant mathematician and NASA programmer to his rise as a cybersecurity mogul, McAfee’s journey takes a dark turn—one filled with conspiracy, eccentricity, and crime.After making millions, McAfee walked away from his own company, distancing himself from the software that bore his name. But that was just the beginning. His life s...2025-02-2020 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #37 – Antivirus to Anarchy: The John McAfee Story In this fascinating episode of Digital Desperados, Patrick McMurphy takes us deep into the wild and chaotic life of John McAfee, the tech genius turned fugitive. Best known for creating McAfee Antivirus, John’s story is anything but ordinary. From his early days as a brilliant mathematician and NASA programmer to his rise as a cybersecurity mogul, McAfee’s journey takes a dark turn—one filled with conspiracy, eccentricity, and crime. After making millions, McAfee walked away from his own company, distancing himself from the software that bore his name. But that was just the beginning. His life sp...2025-02-1920 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #4 – Game Over Zeus: Slavik’s Cybercrime Dark TaleIn this podcast, you’ll hear the dark tale of Evgeny Mikhailovich Bogachev, also known as Slavik, a prolific Russian cybercriminal. Slavik's cybercrime journey began around 2010 when he created the Game Over Zeus (GOZ) botnet, a vast network of compromised computers.GOZ was responsible for distributing the Cryptolocker ransomware, resulting in significant financial losses, particularly in the United States. Slavik's activities were highly sophisticated, and he continued to evade law enforcement despite the FBI's efforts. He remains under the protection of Russian authorities and seems to be motivated by the thrill and challenge of cybercrime rather than fi...2025-02-1220 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #5 – Mafia Boy: A Hacker Prodigy's Redemption StoryIn this episode of the Digital Desperados Podcast, we explore the riveting tale of Mafia Boy, a child prodigy turned hacker extraordinaire. His early experiments with AOL trials led to a life in the shadows, culminating in a colossal DDoS attack that caused a jaw-dropping $1.7 billion in damages.Our podcast is proudly sponsored by SaferNet VPN, your go-to cybersecurity app for business and family protection. With features like VPN, internet controls, virus protection, and website filters, SaferNet ensures your digital security. Don't leave your online world vulnerable—sign up at SaferNet.com today to fortify your defenses....2025-02-1220 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #6 – Solo's UFO Odyssey: The NASA Hack ChroniclesWelcome to the Digital Desperados Podcast, where we embark on an enthralling journey into the life of Gary McKinnon, also known as Solo, the NASA Hacker. Gary's story is nothing short of extraordinary - driven by his obsession with UFOs, he dared to breach the formidable digital fortresses of NASA, the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and the Department of Defense in search of evidence of extraterrestrial life.This podcast is made possible by SaferNet, your steadfast ally in the battle for online security. SaferNet offers a robust suite of cybersecurity tools, including VPN, internet controls...2025-02-1220 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #35 – Why You Should Always Update Your Devices: The Story of UdiIn this episode of Digital Desperados, the spotlight is on Ehud “Udi” Tenenbaum, a hacker whose story of genius and cybercrime shook the digital world. Udi’s tale begins in the late 1990s when his knack for uncovering software vulnerabilities earned him the nickname “The Analyzer.” Targeting unpatched Solaris systems, Udi and his friends hacked over 500 U.S. military and research networks, including NASA and the Pentagon, in an infamous attack dubbed "Solar Sunrise." Though he didn’t steal data, his actions exposed critical flaws in cybersecurity practices.Years later, Udi shifted from proving flaws to exploiting them, runnin...2025-02-1222 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #36 – Explore the Hacking "Business” with DarkSideIn this episode of Digital Desperados, host Jim Brangenberg is joined by Patrick McMurphy and SaferNet CEO Brad Hawkins to uncover the chilling world of DarkSide, one of the most notorious ransomware groups. DarkSide operates like a corporate enterprise, offering Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) to affiliates who target high-value organizations. From their carefully crafted business model to their role in the Colonial Pipeline attack that sent fuel prices soaring, this episode unpacks their methods, motivations, and the chaos they leave in their wake.Patrick unravels the intricacies of the group’s operations, explaining their strict affiliate screening process, “white-label” ransom...2025-02-1220 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #36 – Explore the Hacking "Business” with DarkSide In this episode of Digital Desperados, host Jim Brangenberg is joined by Patrick McMurphy and SaferNet CEO Brad Hawkins to uncover the chilling world of DarkSide, one of the most notorious ransomware groups. DarkSide operates like a corporate enterprise, offering Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) to affiliates who target high-value organizations. From their carefully crafted business model to their role in the Colonial Pipeline attack that sent fuel prices soaring, this episode unpacks their methods, motivations, and the chaos they leave in their wake. Patrick unravels the intricacies of the group’s operations, explaining their strict affiliate screening process, “white-label” ransomw...2025-02-0520 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #35 – Why You Should Always Update Your Devices: The Story of Udi In this episode of Digital Desperados, the spotlight is on Ehud “Udi” Tenenbaum, a hacker whose story of genius and cybercrime shook the digital world. Udi’s tale begins in the late 1990s when his knack for uncovering software vulnerabilities earned him the nickname “The Analyzer.” Targeting unpatched Solaris systems, Udi and his friends hacked over 500 U.S. military and research networks, including NASA and the Pentagon, in an infamous attack dubbed "Solar Sunrise." Though he didn’t steal data, his actions exposed critical flaws in cybersecurity practices. Years later, Udi shifted from proving flaws to exploiting them, running...2025-01-2222 min
Faith Wins PodcastWhy Are Pastors Afraid of Politics?In episode 26 of Faith Wins, Chad Connelly and Jim Brangenberg discuss Why Are Pastors Afraid of Politics? Why do pastors shrink from a “political approach?” They are asked by campaigns to endorse their candidate, to stand with their candidate, some are even paid to do those things. Pastors have a higher calling - that calling is to God above and no party nor candidate warrants that type of honor. These are the biggest reasons pastors recoil when asked to be overtly political: a. They’ve been lied to intentionally by those who seek to keep th...2025-01-2022 minFaith Wins PodcastRelationships are The Life Blood of this CountryIn episode 25 of Faith Wins, Chad Connelly and Jim Brangenberg discuss how it's all about the Relationships…Faith Wins did 124 signature events in 2024, and were hosted by 25 different conservative denominations in the last cycle, probably unprecedented among evangelical outreach efforts. Chad talks about how he literally had a political person tell him when he ran GOP Faith to “transfer my relationships to the party” to which he laughed. It showed the depth of ignorance to what it takes to earn trust among people who deeply value truth and authenticity and it’s exactly why political approaches from parties or or...2025-01-1322 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #34 – Elizabeth Holmes: Blood, Lies, and A Prison Sentence Welcome to Digital Desperados, where we explore the dark tales of the web! In this episode, Jim Brangenberg and Patrick McMurphy take a deep dive into the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes, the ambitious founder of Theranos. Joined by Brad Hawkins, CEO of SaferNet, they uncover how Holmes’ dream of revolutionizing healthcare turned into a nightmare of fraud and deceit. Holmes’ story starts with promise—an overachieving Stanford dropout aiming to transform blood testing with a simple finger prick and a device called the Edison. By 2014, she was Silicon Valley’s golden girl, rocking black turtlenecks and rubbi...2025-01-0816 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #34 – Elizabeth Holmes: Blood, Lies, and A Prison SentenceWelcome to Digital Desperados, where we explore the dark tales of the web! In this episode, Jim Brangenberg and Patrick McMurphy take a deep dive into the rise and fall of Elizabeth Holmes, the ambitious founder of Theranos. Joined by Brad Hawkins, CEO of SaferNet, they uncover how Holmes’ dream of revolutionizing healthcare turned into a nightmare of fraud and deceit. Holmes’ story starts with promise—an overachieving Stanford dropout aiming to transform blood testing with a simple finger prick and a device called the Edison. By 2014, she was Silicon Valley’s golden girl, rocking black turtlenecks and rubbi...2025-01-0816 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #1 – The Life & Criminal Activity of Maksim Yakubets (AKA Aqua)This premier episode of the Digital Desperados Podcasts introduces a desperado indeed. Maksim Yakubets, known primarily as “Aqua” is a Ukranian-Russian hacker who has stolen and aided in stealing hundreds of millions of dollars. Patrick McMurphy, who’s spent years studying hackers, joins Digital Desperados to tell of Aqua’s dark deeds.Aqua and his hacking group “Evil Corps” employ the malwares “Zeus” and “Dridex” in phishing schemes reported in over 40 countries. These malwares are capable of replicating login pages to infecting your device through attached documents, and more. One of Aqua’s most notable attacks was on the Kentucky County...2025-01-0626 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #2 – Alexsey Belan Could Be Selling Your InformationThis episode highlights the story and crimes of Alexsey Belan, a Latvian hacker best known for Yahoo data breaches and for stealing the information (login, credit card, etc.) of millions. All at about only 19 years old!This highly evasive young man was also well-known for hacking into Wordpress and e-commerce websites. As such, the US put out an international warrant for his arrest along with a $100,000 reward. He was once arrested in Greece, but somehow escaped, fleeing to Russia where, of course, he found sanctuary as he’s worked with the government there to hack accounts of mu...2025-01-0619 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #3 – The Thrill of Cybercrime: Alberto Gonzalez’s Digital Desperado StoryIt seems that Alberto Gonzalez has always been a thrill seeker. From hacking into NASA at just 14 years old to eventually working as a government spy, Gonzalez seemed to have a love for getting into trouble. From his early hacking days, he began collecting, using, and selling credit card information, which he continued to do throughout his life of crime.Even though he was caught, arrested, and worked as a government spy in the hacking community, Gonzalez still went back to organizing and executing cyber-attacks that stole millions of credit and debit card numbers. This was probably...2025-01-0620 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #33 – Kevin Poulsen: The OG Digital DesperadoIn this episode of Digital Desperados, Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins (founder of SaferNet) take us on a wild ride through the life of Kevin Poulsen, aka "Dark Dante." From humble beginnings in Pasadena, California, to becoming a fugitive hacker legend, Kevin’s story is one you’ll want to hear all about! Known for his audacious phone hacks in the 80s and 90s, Kevin mastered the art of "phone phreaking," a precursor to modern hacking. His most infamous stunt? Rigging a radio contest to win a Porsche 944. His curiosity and rebellious spirit eventually led him to...2025-01-0622 minFaith Wins PodcastThe Power of Taking Time for Building RelationshipIn episode 24 of Faith Wins, Chad Connelly and Jim Brangenberg discuss how Pastor and faith leaders are most effective when there is a long term, ongoing, authentic presence of key people building relationships and overcoming the ways most pastors have been treated through political means or organizations. There are no “secrets” to building relationships, they take time and work. Just like your true friendships, people spell authenticity - T-I-M-E… and let’s face it, most people, especially political consultants, do not want to take the required time to build those relationships. It is one of the main reason why a...2025-01-0621 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #33 – Kevin Poulsen: The OG Digital Desperado In this episode of Digital Desperados, Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins (founder of SaferNet) take us on a wild ride through the life of Kevin Poulsen, aka "Dark Dante." From humble beginnings in Pasadena, California, to becoming a fugitive hacker legend, Kevin’s story is one you’ll want to hear all about! Known for his audacious phone hacks in the 80s and 90s, Kevin mastered the art of "phone phreaking," a precursor to modern hacking. His most infamous stunt? Rigging a radio contest to win a Porsche 944. His curiosity and rebellious spirit eventually led him to...2024-12-2522 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2074: Cocoa, Candlelight, & Christ’s Love
In this special episode, hosts Jim and Martha Brangenberg share the mic with their friends Lou and Sabrina Reynolds for a heartwarming conversation about faith, family, and traditions. Sabrina reflects on her childhood Christmases in Long Island and Lou shares memories of his Jamaican heritage. Today, the Reynolds embrace a slower, intentional Christmas Eve with their kids, sipping hot chocolate and watching Christmas movies. It may sound cliché, but the show emphasizes the importance of keeping Jesus at the center of Christmas, encouraging moments of rest and reflection amid the season’s busyness. The Reynolds cherish Christmas Day...2024-12-2500 minFaith Wins PodcastDo Pastors Matter In Elections? In episode 23 of Faith Wins, Jim Brangenberg and Chad Connelly discuss how Pastors mattered in this election, but they matter in EVERY election and in every way for every community in our nation— and NOT just at election time. Consultants, parties, candidates and campaigns have taken the Christian vote for granted for far too long…Faith Wins has been building a nationwide pastor network— Not for any candidate or party— but to make an impact. We’ve built a stick and now we’re going to swing it. www.FaithWins.org 2024-12-1621 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #32 – Iranian Hacking Group: the Not So “Charming Kitten” This week, Jim Brangenberg is joined by cybersecurity expert Patrick McMurphy and SaferNet CEO Brad Hawkins to unravel the dark web world of APT42—better known as Charming Kitten. Spoiler alert: it’s not actually charming. This Iranian state-sponsored hacking group is a master of digital espionage, targeting activists, journalists, government officials, and even U.S. presidential campaigns. Active since 2015, they use tricks like spear phishing (fake, super-convincing emails) and their custom malware, NiceCurl and TameCat, to steal data, control devices, and monitor their victims. What makes APT42 terrifying? Their attacks are surgical, using fake personas and websi...2024-12-1121 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #31 – Samy Kamkar: A Hacker’s Quick Pivot to CyberSecurity This week, Digital Desperados takes a lighthearted stroll through the story of Samy Kamkar, a hacker who quickly found out that hacking isn’t a game. Remember MySpace? (Yes, it’s the “classic rock” of social media.) Back in 2005, teenage Samy created the “Samy Worm,” a harmless-yet-viral hack that declared him a hero on over a million profiles before getting him in major trouble with the Secret Service. Fast forward and Samy has become a cybersecurity trailblazer, exposing vulnerabilities in everything from RFID credit cards to IoT gadgets like drones and car systems. Along the way, Samy’s work has reve...2024-11-2720 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #30 – The Cyber Redemption of Hieu PC Uncover the riveting story of Hieu Minh Ngo—aka “Hieu PC”—a notorious hacker who (thankfully) turned his life around to fight cybercrime. Hieu’s story begins in Vietnam, where he got his first computer at 13 and quickly found the world of hacking. His skills evolved as he exploited vulnerabilities at his university in New Zealand. This escalated to ultimately selling massive amounts of stolen data online, causing $65 million in financial losses, mostly in the U.S. Hieu’s hacking career came to an end in 2013 when he was arrested in Guam. Surprisingly, Hieu chose cooperation, aiding U.S. authorit...2024-11-1319 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #29 – The Rise and Fall of a Cyber Jihadist Junaid Hussain, a quiet British teen with a knack for computers, morphed into a dangerous cyber jihadist. Initially drawn to hacking as a teenager, he joined groups like Team Poison, targeting perceived enemies of Islam. His skills grew, and he hacked high-profile individuals like Mark Zuckerberg and Tony Blair. A prison stint radicalized him further, and he embraced extremist ideology. Joining ISIS in 2013, he became a key figure in their hacking division, recruiting young Muslims worldwide and inciting violence. He used social media to spread propaganda and coordinated attacks on Western targets. His downfall came ir...2024-10-3028 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #28 – Online Security, More Crucial Than Ever In this episode of Digital Desperados, you’ll learn the story of Mustafa Al-Bassam, a teenage hacker who took on the CIA and lived to tell the tale. Co-hosts Patrick, Brad, and Jim dive into Mustafa's journey from mischievous school hacker at the ripe age of 9 years old to a member of Anonymous and LulzSec as a teen, pulling off cyber-attacks against corporations and governments, including Sony and the CIA. After getting caught at just 16, Mustafa decided maybe black hat hacking wasn’t for him. He earned a PhD in computer science, helped expose shady government surveillance pract...2024-10-1622 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #27 – The Rise and Fall of REvil In this gripping episode of Digital Desperados, Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins (CEO of SaferNet) dive into the shadowy world of REvil, one of the most notorious ransomware groups in history. You’ll walk through how REvil, born from the remnants of the GrandCrab group, transformed ransomware into a global business, threatening to compromise companies like Apple, JBS, and Acer for millions of dollars. Discover how REvil’s affiliates wreaked havoc, how they used a blog to control their victims, and how they leveraged ransomware as a service (RaaS). Learn about their infamous attacks, including steal...2024-10-0223 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #26 – The Accidental Hero, Marcus Hutchins In this episode of Digital Desperados, Patrick McMurphy dives into the incredible true story of Marcus Hutchins, founder of the MalwareTech Blog. Born in a quiet English village, Marcus’s passion for computers grew from a young age, leading him down a dark path of hacking and malware development. By his mid-teens, he created a botnet and notorious rootkits, collaborating with cybercriminals. However, Marcus’s story (thankfully) took a sharp turn. In 2017, he became an unlikely hero, accidentally discovering the kill switch for the WannaCry ransomware—stopping the spread of one of the largest cyberattacks in history. While M...2024-09-1831 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #25 – Pavel Durov: Russia's Digital Rebel In this episode of Digital Desperados, Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins explore the fascinating story of Pavel Durov, known as the "Mark Zuckerberg of Russia." Durov created VK, Russia's largest social media platform, while still a university student. His success, however, came at a price—Durov refused to comply with Russian government censorship, leading to his eventual ousting from VK. Undeterred, Durov went on to create Telegram, a secure messaging app focused on privacy and free speech. Telegram quickly gained popularity and now has over a billion users worldwide. Unlike many tech moguls, Durov leads a...2024-09-0418 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #24 – Don’t Give Drinkman Your Credit Card Information Explore the story of Vladimir Drinkman, a notorious Russian hacker. This digital desperado gained expertise in SQL injections and formed a hacking crew that executed long-term cyber-attacks, including the massive breaches of TJX Companies and Heartland Payment Systems. Drinkman and his team infiltrated databases, stole credit card information, and sold it on the dark web. Brad Hawkins explains how SaferNet's tools, such as VPNs and internet filters, can prevent such attacks by locking down devices and networks. After being arrested in 2012, Drinkman was extradited to the US, where he (seemingly) transformed into a white hat hacker, now wo...2024-08-2119 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2056: Fiction, the Stealth Evangelist
Welcome to iWork4Him, your go-to podcast for sharing stories and encouragement of believers working with God, hosted by Jim and Martha Brangenberg. Today, we dive into the fascinating world of superheroes and faith with special guest, author Steven Thomas. Inspired by his own faith journey, he wrote Catholic Joe Superhero, a thrilling 500-page novel about a Jesus-following superhero. Steven recounts his “working with God” journey, emphasizing how his faith has guided his varied career. His book Catholic Joe Superhero is not just an action-packed story but a testament to strong, faith-driven masculinity and the importance of marri...2024-08-2100 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2054: Be a Catalyst of “With”
Let's discuss the transformative concept of "working with God" rather than just "working for God." Host Jim Brangenberg highlights that while "iWork4Him" has been a longstanding statement of faith, there’s a deeper shift needed. We’re glad to welcome back Shae Bynes to the show, who shares her journey of understanding this shift. Shae recounts a pivotal moment 12 years ago when she realized the importance of working with God, inspired by Matthew 11:28-30. This approach goes beyond traditional achievement-driven faith, advocating for a more intimate and collaborative relationship with God. Shae explains that cultivating this relati...2024-08-0700 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #23 – The Julian Assange Story, Part 2 Welcome back to Part 2 in the Julian Assange story! This episode gets into the nitty gritty, discussing key WikiLeaks leaks, ranging from the Peruvian oil scandal to hundreds of thousands of classified war logs that the public was never meant to see. Not to mention the huge impact WikiLeaks had on the 2016 elections, leaking confidential emails from the Democratic National Committee. Story guide Patrick highlights WikiLeaks' impact on global politics and security, while SaferNet CEO Brad discusses the ethical dilemmas of hacking and publishing classified information. They explore Assange's role as editor-in-chief and his controversial standing as...2024-08-0716 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #22 – The Julian Assange Story, Part 1 In this episode of Digital Desperados, Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins (CEO of SaferNet VPN) begin to explore the fascinating and controversial life of Julian Assange. We look at the early life events that led Julian to become a self-taught computer whiz. As usual, he quickly started getting into trouble as Assange crept further and further into the world of hacking, dabbling significantly in “hacktivism.” Although he should have spent his life in jail, he was offered and accepted a plea bargain to help authorities catch criminals. In 2001, Assange founded the infamous WikiLeaks with a...2024-07-2418 min
The Unfair Advantage Show with Dr Jim HarrisThe Big Shift in Marketplace Christianity with Jim & Martha Brangenberg Season: 3 Show: 2In 2013 God called Jim and Martha Brangenburg to begin an iWork4Him Talk Show. Never realized that this one show would launch a marketplace movement that now includes:iWork4Him (TOP RATED FATIH & WORK PODCAST)iWork4Him Power Thoughts - daily exhortation and challengesheWorks4Him - Christian working women to gather / embrace missioniRetire4Him - shift from workplace retirement to marketplace reformationAwaken Podcast Network - Home of 100+ podcast voices in Faith & Work movementInterviewed well over 3,000 CEO’s business owners & Christ-followers FACEBOOK: ht...2024-07-2240 min
Our Unfair Advantage Podcast with Dr Jim HarrisThe Big Shift in Marketplace Christianity with Jim & Martha Brangenberg | Season: 3 Show: 2In 2013 God called Jim and Martha Brangenburg to begin an iWork4Him Talk Show. Never realized that this one show would launch a marketplace movement that now includes:iWork4Him (TOP RATED FATIH & WORK PODCAST)iWork4Him Power Thoughts - daily exhortation and challengesheWorks4Him - Christian working women to gather / embrace missioniRetire4Him - shift from workplace retirement to marketplace reformationAwaken Podcast Network - Home of 100+ podcast voices in Faith & Work movementInterviewed well over 3,000 CEO’s business owners & Christ-followers FACEBOOK: ht...2024-07-2240 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #21 – How Some Teens Created a Cyber Atomic Bomb Imagine an attack that takes down the internet! Three teenagers in the US created Mirai to try to get established in the cybersecurity world, but it turned into a monster. Their tool infected millions of internet devices like cameras and routers, turning them into an army. This "botnet" launched attacks that overwhelmed websites, causing huge internet crashes. The teens panicked and released the tool online, making things worse. Luckily, the FBI caught them. Instead of jail time, the trio’s skills landed them a surprising job: helping the FBI fight other online criminals. This whole thing showed how...2024-07-1027 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #20 – The Silk Road... to Trouble Today on the Digital Desperados Podcast, the gang dive into the story of Ross Ulbricht, better known on the dark web as the Dread Pirate Roberts. Born in Austin, Texas, Ulbricht was a bright student and even an Eagle Scout who became obsessed with libertarianism during his college years. This obsession led him to create the Silk Road, an anonymous online marketplace using super encrypted browser Tor and Bitcoin. Despite starting as a free-market experiment, Silk Road quickly became a hub for illegal activities, including drug trafficking and counterfeit goods. Ulbricht's meticulous planning couldn't save him from ca...2024-06-2619 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #19 – Preventing the Next Roman Seleznev This Digital Desperados episode explores Roman Seleznev, a hacker who amassed a fortune through stolen credit cards. Born in 1984, Roman's life took a dark turn after his parents divorced when he was young. Tragedy struck again at 17 with his mother's death, followed by his uncle seizing their belongings. It was at a computer hardware store that Roman's criminal path began – stealing customer credit card information and selling it on the dark web. His hacking skills grew, crafting tools to exploit weak passwords on remote control PCs and pilfering financial data. Targeting Americans brought him to the US auth...2024-06-1219 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #18 – Guccifer: Hacking Made Easy This week's Digital Desperados serves up a side of "accidental hacking" with Guccifer, the hacker who makes social media security questions look like a joke. This guy used Google and a thirst for fame to waltz into the accounts of the rich, famous, and powerful like they were unlocked doors. Colin Powell's emails? Exposed. Rockefellers' secrets? Spilled. All thanks to Guccifer's uncanny ability to guess your childhood pet's name. This cautionary tale screams: don't be a digital exhibitionist, and maybe use a password that isn't your favorite sports team. Our sponsor, SaferNet, offers a digital security shield st...2024-05-2916 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #17 – Nasty Nastra, the King of Fraud This episode of Digital Desperados exposes Alexander Zhukov, aka "Nastra," the King of Fraud. Nastra wasn't your average hacker. He started young, hustling on the streets before moving on to online scams. In the 2010s, he created MethBot, a program generating fake website visits to inflate ad revenue for his fake advertising company, Media Methane. When that got heat, Nastra's team developed the even nastier 3VE malware. This invisible enemy infected computers through phishing emails and ran in the background, secretly generating fake ad views for Nastra's profit. Nastra's scheme raked in millions before his arrest, but a...2024-05-1515 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #16 – The Treasonous Story of Forb Dmitry Dukachaev, aka Forb, lived a life stranger than fiction. Starting as a Robin Hood hacker providing free internet, he soon dove into the dark world of cybercrime. Forb's skills made him a sought-after hacker-for-hire, stealing financial data and supposedly even infiltrating a U.S. government website. But things took a turn from our normal hacker story. As usual, Forb ended up working for the Russian FSB, but allegedly became a double agent for the CIA! This backfired spectacularly, later landing him in a Russian prison for treason, where he is thought to be to this day. Fo...2024-05-0116 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #15 – Beware the Cozy Bear! The Digital Desperados Podcast explores infamous cybercriminals and attacks with host Jim Brangenberg, story guide Patrick McMurphy, and SaferNet CEO Brad Hawkins. In this episode, they delve into the activities of Cozy Bear, a sophisticated state-sponsored hacking group linked to Russia. Cozy Bear specializes in cyber espionage, targeting entities largely across the US, Canada, and Europe, with a focus on disrupting sectors like military, government, and energy. Using advanced techniques like steganography, Cozy Bear became famous for embedding viruses in image files for covert infiltration. Their notorious tool, Cozy Duke, silently extracts data from compromised computers for pr...2024-04-1720 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2037: Our Collective Call to Care
Get a high-level overview of fostering with Jim & Martha Brangenberg. They are joined by Cindy King, Equipping Director at Keystone Family Alliance in Pennsylvania. Cindy shares her personal journey into fostering, influenced by her upbringing and her husband's involvement as a foster care case worker. The conversation delves into the challenges of fostering and adoption. Since the government is not great at parenting, it's imperative that the Church steps up to care for the widows and orphans, as expressed many times in God’s Word. Cindy sheds light on the dire state of the foster care system nat...2024-04-1000 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2036: An Identity Reevaluation
In this episode of iWork4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg shake things up by tossing out the idea that work and ministry are separate worlds. Nope, they're all about bringing faith right into the 9-to-5 grind! You’ll hear about why it’s so important to have a correct view of your identity as a believer on assignment, living with Jesus at the center in every part of your life. Your job is way more than just a paycheck – it's a mission field where God wants to use your unique talents, gifts, and abilities to minister to others...2024-04-0300 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #14 – Spam Lord: Genius, Elusivity, and Mystery In episode 14 of the Digital Desperados podcast, hosts Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins embark on a wild ride into the world of cybercrime with the intriguing tale of Pytor Levashov, aka the Spam Lord. Levashov, hailing from Russia, made waves in the cyber underworld with his knack for spam email campaigns and the creation of the infamous Kelihos botnet. Despite his mischievous exploits, Levashov's background in mathematics and economics added an unexpected twist to his cyber escapades. With his Kelihos botnet, Levashov played a high-stakes game, challenging authorities with its decentralized structure. However, his downfall ca...2024-04-0320 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2035: Taking Church Outside the Walls
In this episode of the iWork4Him Podcast, hosts Jim and Martha Brangenberg are joined by John Wilson, a former country music promoter, who unveils his personal journey from wanting nothing to do with Christianity to becoming the visionary force behind Light the Way Ministry. This organization takes the Church to people who might never step foot into a sanctuary through music festivals and now their September tent revival in Springfield, Missouri. As John recounts his experiences, he shares the unexpected encounter that led him to begrudgingly host a Christian concert in his small hometown, setting off a...2024-03-2700 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #13 – I Spy with My Little Eye... SpyEye and the Smiling Hacker Welcome to the Digital Desperados podcast, sponsored by SaferNet VPN. In this episode, we delve into the dark tale of Hamza Bendelladj, also known as BX1, the Smiling Hacker. The story unfolds as Hamza, a linguistic genius from Algeria, quickly becomes a notorious hacker. Collaborating with Russian hacker buddy Gribodemon, they create the SpyEye malware, a formidable rival to the insanely popular Zeus. Operating stealthily, SpyEye infiltrates millions of computers, executing keystroke logging and web injections to compromise financial institutions and personal accounts. It’s estimated that billions of dollars were stolen thanks to SpyEye. But, alas, life...2024-03-2021 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #12 – SEA: The Power of State-Sponsored Hacking In a whirlwind cybersecurity adventure, hosts Jim Brangenberg, Patrick McMurphy, and Brad Hawkins of SaferNet VPN unravel the intriguing history of the Syrian Electronic Army (SEA), a state-sponsored hacking group specializing in propaganda and chaos. Sponsored by SaferNet.com, the trio inject humor into the serious havoc that the SEA has caused. You’ll hear details of the SEA's origins and about their loyalty to President Assad, weaving in anecdotes of high-profile cyber infiltrations. The episode showcases SaferNet's role in defending against phishing attacks, one of the most common forms of cybercrime. Not all laughs – we take a dar...2024-03-0619 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #11 – The Gray Legacy of Adrian Lamo In the riveting 11th episode of the Digital Desperadoes podcast, the gang dive deep into the captivating and tumultuous tale of Adrian Lamo, famously known as the Homeless Hacker. Lamo's journey unfolds from a tech-savvy enthusiast to a gray hat hacker, blurring the lines between morality and mischief. You'll hear about Lamo's audacious exploits, from exposing security flaws on major networks to hacking NBC live on air. The hosts infuse the narrative with a blend of sadness and humor, shedding light on Lamo's eccentricities, including a post-prison phase of "body hacking" through experimental drugs. The episode concludes wi...2024-02-2118 minFaith Wins PodcastBeyond Labels: Fighting Back Against Media Attacks In episode 22 of Faith Wins, Jim Brangenberg and Chad Connelly dive deep into the murky waters of attacks against Christians in the political arena, debunking myths and unraveling media motives. With anecdotes from Connelly's own battles, the podcast becomes a tale of resilience against political labeling. As the conversation unfolds, listeners are taken on a rollercoaster ride through Connelly's encounters with media scrutiny, including a 6,000-word Politico hit piece. The hosts make a light-hearted analysis of the accusations, showcasing Connelly's thick skin and his favorite quirky quotes from the ordeal. But this podcast isn't just ab...2024-02-2127 minFaith Wins PodcastSupercharging Christian Voting Power Welcome to Faith Wins, where faith meets politics in a lively discussion! Jim Brangenberg and Chad Connelly dive into the 2024 Faith Wins mission: supercharging Christian voting power. Beyond elections, they urge Christians to get involved in community activities, making a real impact around them. Ever wonder what pastors talk about with presidential candidates behind closed doors? Chad gives us a closer look into 78 private meetings where pastors asked presidential candidates the tough questions – about faith, values, and their true intentions. There's hope as more pastors join Chad’s initiatives, becoming real game-changers in the political arena. Not only are pastors able...2024-02-1423 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #10 – Condor: The Legendary Fugitive This Digital Desperados episode introduces Kevin Mitnick, known as The Condor, a legendary figure in the hacking world. Mitnick displayed social engineering skills from a very early age, initiating his hacking journey at 16. After unauthorized access to the Arc and subsequent legal troubles, he became a fugitive from 1992 to 1995, evading capture with false identities and lies. Notably pursued by the FBI, his legend grew and the hacker community respected him all the more. Mitnick's capture, aided by cybersecurity researcher Tsutomu Shimomura, marked a turning point. Despite misconceptions about his capabilities, Mitnick's influence continued after release. Although no l...2024-02-0721 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #9 – A Global War: State-Sponsored Hacking In this lively episode of the Digital Desperados Podcast, hosts Jim Brangenberg and Patrick McMurphy, accompanied by SaferNet VPN's Brad Hawkins, unravel the thrilling world of state-sponsored hacking. The spotlight is on the infamous Lazarus Group, North Korea's cyber mischief-makers, engaging in espionage and global disruption. From Lazarus' humble beginnings as novice hackers trained in China to their sophisticated attacks on South Korea and beyond, learn about their evolution. Escapades include hacking Sony Pictures in retaliation of a movie poking fun at North Korea and multiple attacks on South Korea – the hacking groups favorite training ground. Y...2024-01-2420 min
THE FORTIFIED LIFE PODCASTThe Fortified Life Podcast with Jason Davis - EP 120 w/ Jim Brangenberg | entrepreneur and business ownerJim BrangenbergAn established leader in the faith and work movement, Jim has over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur and business owner. In 2013, God called him and his wife, Martha, to begin the iWork4Him Talk Show, where they have had the privilege of challenging thousands across the globe with the simple message that your workplace is your mission field. In addition, he and Martha have co-authored a series of collaborative books, iWork4Him, sheWorks4Him, and iRetire4Him.2024-01-1837 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #8 – Iceman’s Cyber Freeze This newest episode of the Digital Desperados Podcast recounts the chilling story of Max Butler, aka the Iceman, known for his cool demeanor and freezing victims' assets through credit card fraud. Butler's journey from teenage mischief to a hacking career unfolds as he evolves from theft and assault to orchestrating elaborate credit card schemes. Despite facing legal consequences, Iceman’s criminal endeavors escalate, showcasing the dark side of the digital realm. Discover the twists and turns of the Iceman's story, his prison stints, and the sophisticated techniques he employed in his cyber exploits. From pirated software to ph...2024-01-1019 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2024: A Pastor with No Pulpit
In this captivating episode, hosts Jim and Martha Brangenberg engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Joshua Brown, the visionary behind PressureWashingPastor.com. Joshua shares his transformative journey from a challenging upbringing to serving as a pulpit pastor for 22 years and, subsequently, venturing into entrepreneurship with a unique focus on pressure washing. He challenges traditional views on what it means to be a “pastor.” Don’t we all pastor or shepherd in some way? You'll learn more about the innovative concept of Pressure Washing Pastor — a franchise initiative seamlessly blending entrepreneurship and ministry.The conversation is totally iWork4Him’s br...2024-01-1000 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2022: iWork WITH Him
The last episode of 2023! Hosts Jim and Martha reflect on the past year and set their sights on the theme for 2024: transitioning from "iWork4Him" to "I Work WITH Him." Celebrating the completion of the Central Place building project, a 140-year-old rehabbed structure, they highlight its positive impact on their community. They also share some significant moments, like memorable nights on the front deck and the passing of Martha's father, Ted Hains.Looking ahead, the Brangenbergs express hopes for vacation, family time, and deepening involvement in ministry, including the Tapestry Project. One big change they’ve made in...2023-12-2700 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #7 – Sabu: Hacktivist, Informant, Cybersecurity Advocate This episode’s featured dark tale revolves around Hector Xavier Monsegur, also known as Sabu, a prominent figure in hacking and hacktivism. Born in 1983 in Puerto Rico, Sabu's challenging upbringing led him to explore hacking from a young age. The story follows Sabu's hacking techniques, such as exploring vulnerabilities, phishing attacks, social engineering, and cross-site scripting. Although a prominent figure within the hacker group Anonymous, Sabu eventually became an FBI informant, leading to the arrest of several hackers. As always, listeners learn the importance of cybersecurity and can see why SaferNet is an ideal solution. SaferNet's features – incl...2023-12-2723 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #6 – Solo's UFO Odyssey: The NASA Hack Chronicles Welcome to the Digital Desperados Podcast, where we embark on an enthralling journey into the life of Gary McKinnon, also known as Solo, the NASA Hacker. Gary's story is nothing short of extraordinary - driven by his obsession with UFOs, he dared to breach the formidable digital fortresses of NASA, the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, and the Department of Defense in search of evidence of extraterrestrial life. This podcast is made possible by SaferNet, your steadfast ally in the battle for online security. SaferNet offers a robust suite of cybersecurity tools, including VPN, internet controls...2023-12-1320 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2019: Our Frenemy, the Internet
In this episode of the iWork4Him podcast, hosts Jim and Martha Brangenberg dive into the world of internet safety and cybersecurity with guest Brad Hawkins, CEO of SaferNet. The conversation explores the impact of the internet on our lives and the need for protection against its potential dangers. Brad shares his personal journey, from facing business setbacks to finding inspiration to start SaferNet, a company dedicated to providing a safer and more secure internet experience.You’ll get a look into SaferNet's features, such as encrypted tunnels, virus protection, and internet controls, making it a valuable to...2023-12-0600 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #5 – Mafia Boy: A Hacker Prodigy's Redemption Story In this episode of the Digital Desperados Podcast, we explore the riveting tale of Mafia Boy, a child prodigy turned hacker extraordinaire. His early experiments with AOL trials led to a life in the shadows, culminating in a colossal DDoS attack that caused a jaw-dropping $1.7 billion in damages. Our podcast is proudly sponsored by SaferNet VPN, your go-to cybersecurity app for business and family protection. With features like VPN, internet controls, virus protection, and website filters, SaferNet ensures your digital security. Don't leave your online world vulnerable—sign up at SaferNet.com today to fortify your defenses....2023-11-2920 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #4 – Game Over Zeus: Slavik’s Cybercrime Dark Tale In this podcast, you’ll hear the dark tale of Evgeny Mikhailovich Bogachev, also known as Slavik, a prolific Russian cybercriminal. Slavik's cybercrime journey began around 2010 when he created the Game Over Zeus (GOZ) botnet, a vast network of compromised computers. GOZ was responsible for distributing the Cryptolocker ransomware, resulting in significant financial losses, particularly in the United States. Slavik's activities were highly sophisticated, and he continued to evade law enforcement despite the FBI's efforts. He remains under the protection of Russian authorities and seems to be motivated by the thrill and challenge of cybercrime rather than fi...2023-11-1520 min
Be Bold for JesusInterview with Jim & Martha Brangenberg of iWork4Him Listen to the Be Bold for Jesus Podcast to be encouraged, inspired and empowered to go out and share your faith with others. Today we are hearing from Jim & Martha Brangenberg of iWork4Him.Jim and Martha Brangenberg with iWork4Him.com committed their lives to full-time ministry as teenagers and later recognized that their workplace answered that call. As entrepreneurs and business owners, Jim and Martha learned their work was significant in the Kingdom of God and able to reach people who would never set foot in a church. Since 2013, Jim and Martha ha...2023-11-1531 minHe's The Solution MinistriesInterview with Jim & Martha Brangenberg of iWork4Him Listen to the Be Bold for Jesus Podcast to be encouraged, inspired and empowered to go out and share your faith with others. Today we are hearing from Jim & Martha Brangenberg of iWork4Him.Jim and Martha Brangenberg with iWork4Him.com committed their lives to full-time ministry as teenagers and later recognized that their workplace answered that call. As entrepreneurs and business owners, Jim and Martha learned their work was significant in the Kingdom of God and able to reach people who would never set foot in a church. Since 2013, Jim and Martha ha...2023-11-1531 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #3 – The Thrill of Cybercrime: Alberto Gonzalez’s Digital Desperado Story It seems that Alberto Gonzalez has always been a thrill seeker. From hacking into NASA at just 14 years old to eventually working as a government spy, Gonzalez seemed to have a love for getting into trouble. From his early hacking days, he began collecting, using, and selling credit card information, which he continued to do throughout his life of crime. Even though he was caught, arrested, and worked as a government spy in the hacking community, Gonzalez still went back to organizing and executing cyber-attacks that stole millions of credit and debit card numbers. This was probably...2023-10-2020 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #2 – Alexsey Belan Could Be Selling Your InformationThis episode highlights the story and crimes of Alexsey Belan, a Latvian hacker best known for Yahoo data breaches and for stealing the information (login, credit card, etc.) of millions. All at about only 19 years old! This highly evasive young man was also well-known for hacking into Wordpress and e-commerce websites. As such, the US put out an international warrant for his arrest along with a $100,000 reward. He was once arrested in Greece, but somehow escaped, fleeing to Russia where, of course, he found sanctuary as he’s worked with the government there to hack accounts of mu...2023-10-2019 minDigital DesperadosEpisode #1 – The Life & Criminal Activity of Maksim Yakubets (AKA Aqua)This premier episode of the Digital Desperados Podcasts introduces a desperado indeed. Maksim Yakubets, known primarily as “Aqua” is a Ukranian-Russian hacker who has stolen and aided in stealing hundreds of millions of dollars. Patrick McMurphy, who’s spent years studying hackers, joins Digital Desperados to tell of Aqua’s dark deeds. Aqua and his hacking group “Evil Corps” employ the malwares “Zeus” and “Dridex” in phishing schemes reported in over 40 countries. These malwares are capable of replicating login pages to infecting your device through attached documents, and more. One of Aqua’s most notable attacks was on the Kentucky County...2023-10-1926 miniWork4Him PodcastEp 2000: iWork4Him 101
Even after 2000 episodes, the message remains the same: your workplace is your mission field! For some, this might be a new concept. For others, you’ve heard this many times, but that doesn’t necessarily making living it out easier. So for the new and veteran listeners alike, take this “refresher course” of iWork4Him 101!Jim and Martha build on the previous show 1999 (beginning of the iWork4Him season relaunch) by reviewing the 5 steps of the iWork4Him Nation Covenant. What are they and how can you live them out in your own workplace? Go more ind...2023-07-2800 min
iWork4Him PowerThoughtiWork4Him PowerThought 12-07-22 Martha: When Jim & I were 13 we committed our lives to full-time Christian Ministry. So naturally I thought I would be a pastor’s wife or a missionary. Jim: I thought I was going to be a youth pastor. Martha: When we got married, I naturally thought that ministry was in our future. Jim: Martha was right about that. But we were both wrong about the location of our ministry. We kept thinking we were headed for church ministry. Martha: But Jim and I are both good at business and we ran an insurance agency. We didn’t know our ministry was r...2022-12-0701 min
Stewarding Your InfluenceDoes Retirement Mean You’re Done? | Jim & Martha Brangenberg | #180Whatever season you're in...in work or in retirement...God has a calling on your life. Partner Jim Brangenberg and wife, Martha, have interviewed over 3,000 guests in their iWork4Him ministry and have released book resources appropriate to each season. Listen to their story, and learn the myths about retirement and how much God values bringing generations together through His purposes for us in each season. Jim & Martha's bio. PinnacleForum.com Show Notes: https://pinnacleforum.com/2021/12/ul-podcast-180/2021-12-2831 min
sheWorks4Him podcastsW4H 13 | Lynn Ewonaitis: Bold Faith In The EverydayMemorial dedication: Dec 10, 1960 – Nov. 20, 2021 At the time of this recording Lynn Ewonaitis, the guest was fighting a battle against leukemia. But, with God’s favor, Lynn had a very good day for this interview, and you get to hear a little piece of her testimony and love for Jesus. We are so grateful for the friendship we found in Lynn and how she wore Jesus on her sleeve for all to meet. On November 20, 2021, Lynn got to meet Jesus face-to-face and is finally healed. Guests: Lynn Ewonaitis ...2021-11-2929 min
Eternal LeadershipiWork4Him | Jim and Martha Brangenberg 388Jim and Martha Brangenberg committed their lives to full-time ministry as teenagers and later recognized that their workplace answered that call. As entrepreneurs and business owners, Jim and Martha learned their work was significant in the Kingdom of God and able to reach people who would never set foot in a church. Since 2013, Jim and Martha have co-hosted the iWork4Him Talk Show challenging thousands across the globe with the simple message that your workplace is your mission field. They have recently added podcasts for iRetire4Him and sheWorks4Him into their line-up. In addition to the podcasts and...2021-10-1231 min
Ministry At Scale#43 - Impacting your Workplace for Christ - Jim & Martha Brangenberg with iWork4HimIn episode 43 we speak with Jim and Martha Brangenberg, the founders of iwork4Him ministries. Their story begins as 13-year-olds, they both attended the same youth conference and committed their lives to Christian ministry, even though they hadn’t met each other yet. While they maintained their commitment to full-time ministry, they both felt called to entrepreneurial endeavors and struggled to figure out how to live their commitment to full-time ministry and live out their talents. Through God’s providence, they met a woman who worked in Christian radio who encouraged them to put their message of workplace ministry on t...2021-09-3035 min
Mama With A Calling - Christian Mindset for Entrepreneur Moms, Christian Online business, Business success, Biblical Living, Christian podcast for entrepreneursStarting A Full-Time Ministry and Leaving Her Career with Martha Brangenberg from sheWorks4Him | Ep 28Ever wondered if you should start a ministry and leave your career to run it full-time? On this episode, I interview Martha Brangenberg from sheWorks4Him (and iWork4Him) about how she did just that. As she turned 50 years old, Martha was stepping out in faith with her husband to go full-time into ministry.
So if you’re ever thinking that it might be too late or should I really do something like that, then this interview is for you.
Martha brings so much wisdom and insight about so many things that are going to spea...2021-09-1653 min
True North Leader with Bobby Albert#6: Putting Feet To Your Faith with Jim & Martha BrangenbergBringing your faith and your work into one vision to glorify the Lord is what we talk about in this episode of True North Business. I really enjoyed talking with Jim & Martha Brangenberg, who lead several ministries, the primary one I Work For Him (iwork4him.com). They share how they searched for many years for what God had planned for them and now help Christians across the country live out their faith at work. Jim and Martha have found many Christians, as I have, who believe they operate in two different worlds - one at work...2021-09-0846 min
iRetire4HimiRetire4Him Show #42 - #1 of 3-part series: The Worlds Mess Effects Retirees TooMid-segment Special Guest: Marie Brangenberg #1 of 3 Part Series: The world’s a mess today and it’s effecting our retirees too. Today Bruce Bruinsma and Jim Brangenberg discuss the impact of ANXIETY on the life of a retiree and how our faith can pull us through. Special 2nd Segment guest is Jim’s Mom – Marie Brangenberg talking about her 2nd career launched when she went back to school and started a new job at 60. Tough conversation but applicable topic in light of what is facing our retired Generations. www.RetirementReformation.orgSee omnystudio.com/listen...2021-08-1633 min
Christian Business Leader with Darren ShearerWhat’s Happening in the Faith at Work Movement?: Part 2 (w/ Jim and Martha Brangenberg)On this episode, Jim and Martha Brangenberg share what's happening in the faith at work movement based on 1000+ interviews they've done with experts and practitioners on faith and work integration. Jim Brangenberg is the host of host of the iWork4Him Radio program, the only daily Faith and Work radio program in America. Jim utilizes his networking expertise to arrange daily interviews with authors, workplace believers, and ministries that are connecting Faith and Work. Martha Brangenberg has worked alongside Jim for their 35 years of marriage, complementing him by bringing in almost a decade of retail management experience, and an outstanding record o...2021-07-3037 min
Connecting Faith and WorkImpact Your Sphere With Your Faith with guests Jim and Martha BrangenbergJim and Martha Brangenberg believe your work is a ministry opportunity God has called you to.
Today Jim and Martha share the importance of using discernment to filter the messages surrounding you about the importance of your work. They discuss how your gifts, talents, and abilities are given to you by God and are part of your witness for Christ.
You will leave this conversation with Jim and Martha prepared to view your work as something you can do to the glory of God.
Subscribe and leave a review of Connecting Faith and...2021-05-1027 min
The Virtuous Heroes PodcastEp. 24, Your Workplace Is Your Mission Field w/ Jim and Martha BrangenbergJim and Martha Brangenberg have co-hosted the iWork4Him Talk Show since 2013, and have challenged thousands of people across the world with the message that one’s workplace is his mission field. As entrepreneurs and business owners, they both learned that their work was significant in the Kingdom of God and now have a desire to share with others the connection between faith and work. In addition to their podcast and radio spots, they have co-authored the collaborative field manuals of iWork4Him, sheWorks4Him, and iRetire4Him and lead marriage retreats.In this episode, Jim and Ma...2021-05-1033 min
10 Talent LeaderTalkEpisode 21: Jim Brangenberg, Founder & Producer of iWork4Him RadioAn entrepreneur for life, Jim has grown several start-ups and mentored many business owners. His God-gifted ability to ask the right questions lends itself well to his role as host of the iWork4Him program, the marketplace leading Faith and Work podcast founded by Jim and his wife Martha in 2013. Since then Jim and Martha have recorded thousands of interviews with prominent Christian leaders, all of which reside at www.iWork4Him.com. Jim utilizes his networking expertise to arrange interviews with authors, workplace believers, and ministries that are connecting Faith and Work. Jim is passionate about his...2020-11-1128 min
CitySites Podcast NetworkConnecting Faith and Work with Jim and Martha BrangenbergIn this episode, Jim and Martha Brangenberg discuss how to bring God into the workplace with you. They help us understand that our job, our work matters to God. Business is business, Church is Church and never the twain shall meet … this is a false theology. Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart as to be working for the Lord …. not for the man. Bringing God into the workplace with you just may help you discover that your mission field is your workplace.Bob Willbanks is a former businessman whose transformation in Christ made such...2020-01-1723 min
At Work with GodHow to Take Your Faith to Work with Jim and Martha BrangenbergYou have been empowered for your workplace. Listen as Jim and Martha Brangenberg of iWork4Him share how your work is your mission field. Learn to be who you want to be at work, love people genuinely and that God loves business.2019-11-0427 min
GreenelinesTake Faith With You to Work with Jim and Martha BrangenbergFaith needs to go with you every day to work. You may be the only Christian your boss or coworkers come in contact with. Listen as Jim and Martha Brangenberg discuss why there is a struggle for people to take Jesus to work. They share that through love you can befriend people at work, build relationships, and it may lead them to Jesus. Be encouraged what is impossible for you is God possible. Listen to Jim and Martha's iWork4Him Powerpod on the Charisma Podcast Network.2019-11-0100 minConnecting Faith and WorkPractical Ways to Integrate Your Faith and Work with guests Jim and Martha BrangenbergJim and Martha Brangenberg co-host a radio show about marketplace ministry and bridging the gap between Sunday and the 9-5 work week. In this episode of Connecting Faith and Work they share practical ways to integrate your faith and work.
Jim and Martha did not always have an integrated theology in regards to the connection between faith and work.
"Early on in our marriage we were taught by other Christians around us that 'business is business and church is church. They have nothing to do with each other.'" - Jim Brangenberg
Despite...2019-08-2923 minGreenelinesRadically Impact Your Workplace with Jim and Martha BrangenbergYou matter at your job. God has placed you there for a purpose, even if you don't believe you belong. Jim and Martha Brangenberg, the radio host of iWork4Him, tells you how to live a life of significance at work. Hear how faith and work are important to Jesus and examples of His ministry in the marketplace. Listen to be encouraged by Jim's words in the special One Minute Moment segment.2019-05-1600 min
Christian Women in BusinessWorking with Excellence in Your Business with Martha BrangenbergThis week we are open for intakes, we would love to invite you to become a member of CWIB! And today (8th April), we are starting our ‘6 Week Bible Study Challenge’ in our Community and we would love to invite you to join us :-). You can sign up just for one, two or three months (if you pay monthly) and cancel anytime ♥ We would love the opportunity to help you understand the Kingdom way of running a business. First understanding the super then the natural. ♥ Our guest for this week – Martha Brangenberg was born into an entrepreneuri...2019-04-0842 min
Eternal Leadership156 Jim Brangenberg | Is The Workplace A Mission FieldBringing Humanity Back Into The Workplace! Click here for resources from our interview with Jim.2017-04-1847 min