Insights Into Things

Missing the Magic hosts Michelle and Joe share a relaxed day-five cruise update: a canceled Tortola excursion, lounging at the Quiet Cove pool deck, and lots of new friends and dining camaraderie. Highlights include poolside chats, the Haunted Mansion lounge and bartenders, an Indiana Jones comedy show, a standout singer, and a sweet moment giving Star Wars ducks to kids. Practical tips cover how excursion cancellations and waitlists work, Quiet Cove timing, and why sitting at the Haunted Mansion bar is a must. More recaps to come as the cruise continues.

Missing the Magic hosts Michelle and Joe share a relaxed day-five cruise update: a canceled Tortola excursion, lounging at the Quiet Cove pool deck, and lots of new friends and dining camaraderie. Highlights include poolside chats, the Haunted Mansion lounge and bartenders, an Indiana Jones comedy show, a standout singer, and a sweet moment giving Star Wars ducks to kids. Practical tips cover how excursion cancellations and waitlists work, Quiet Cove timing, and why sitting at the Haunted Mansion bar is a must. More recaps to come as the cruise continues.

Michelle and Joe recap day four of their Disney cruise: a St. Thomas shore excursion with narrow, winding roads, hot sun, local vendors, and a notable accessibility annoyance when disembarking. They also share pirate night festivities, character photos, rum-flavored treats, and a calm, near-empty Haunted Mansion experience — honest takeaways and travel tips with their trademark mix of cheer and critique.

Michelle and Joe recap day four of their Disney cruise: a St. Thomas shore excursion with narrow, winding roads, hot sun, local vendors, and a notable accessibility annoyance when disembarking. They also share pirate night festivities, character photos, rum-flavored treats, and a calm, near-empty Haunted Mansion experience — honest takeaways and travel tips with their trademark mix of cheer and critique.

Michelle and Joe recap Day Three of their Halloween-themed cruise: Haunted Mansion PhotoPass shoots, disco bingo with a snowball jackpot, and arts-and-crafts for adults. They talk about crowded decks, a chaotic karaoke, a fun dinner with tablemates, costume parties, trick-or-treating, and giving away Spider-Man ears and 3D-printed surprises. The episode mixes warm laughs and honest critiques as they wrap the night at Scat Cat, share pixie-dusted moments, and look ahead to a St. Thomas excursion

Michelle and Joe recap Day Three of their Halloween-themed cruise: Haunted Mansion PhotoPass shoots, disco bingo with a snowball jackpot, and arts-and-crafts for adults. They talk about crowded decks, a chaotic karaoke, a fun dinner with tablemates, costume parties, trick-or-treating, and giving away Spider-Man ears and 3D-printed surprises. The episode mixes warm laughs and honest critiques as they wrap the night at Scat Cat, share pixie-dusted moments, and look ahead to a St. Thomas excursion.

We battled a 24‑hour train delay to reach Cape Canaveral, then boarded the ship early—only to run into luggage hiccups, pushed crowds, cramped elevators, and mixed service moments. Highlights include great food at Marceline Market, a thoughtful cast member helping with mobility, and a peek into the Haunted Mansion lounge and Periscope Club. Despite congestion and a few annoyances, we settled into our cabin, met friendly neighbors, and teased upcoming episodes on our Amtrak adventure and an inspiring interview with Preston. Short, honest takes and travel tips shape this first-day recap.

We battled a 24‑hour train delay to reach Cape Canaveral, then boarded the ship early—only to run into luggage hiccups, pushed crowds, cramped elevators, and mixed service moments. Highlights include great food at Marceline Market, a thoughtful cast member helping with mobility, and a peek into the Haunted Mansion lounge and Periscope Club. Despite congestion and a few annoyances, we settled into our cabin, met friendly neighbors, and teased upcoming episodes on our Amtrak adventure and an inspiring interview with Preston. Short, honest takes and travel tips shape this first-day recap.

Missing the Magic introduces husband-and-wife hosts Michelle and Joe: Michelle brings the pixie-dust optimism and Joe brings the grumpy realist takes. The podcast mixes praise for Disney moments with clear, funny critiques and travel tips for parks, cruises, films, and food. This first episode follows their transit to Orlando by Amtrak, including a roomette tour, meal reviews, travel delays, and a heartfelt interview with Preston, their outstanding train attendant. Expect practical advice, behind-the-scenes insights, and candid opinions to help you get the most from your Disney trips.

In this week's episode of Insights Into Technology, the team dives into a busy news cycle filled with data security stumbles and cross-continental policy drama. First up: The FTC has warned major U.S. tech companies not to comply with international censorship or encryption-weakening laws—like those in the UK and EU—if it risks violating American user rights. The FTC’s message? Obey foreign laws at the expense of U.S. privacy, and you might face legal heat at home. Companies like Apple, Meta, and Microsoft are now caught in a legal tug-of-war that could reshape how global platforms handle compliance. Next, macOS users fall prey to a new social engineering campaign using fake tech-support ads that trick users into installing the SHAMOS infostealer. The malware bypasses Gatekeeper, steals sensitive data, and burrows deep into the system for persistence—posing a rising threat for Mac-heavy enterprise environments. We also examine a whistleblower report accusing a federal agency (DOGE) of uploading Social Security data for 300 million Americans to an insecure cloud server—without oversight or proper security. While no breach has been confirmed, the mere exposure highlights a critical failure in government data governance and cloud risk management.

In this week's episode of Insights Into Technology, the team dives into a busy news cycle filled with data security stumbles and cross-continental policy drama. First up: The FTC has warned major U.S. tech companies not to comply with international censorship or encryption-weakening laws—like those in the UK and EU—if it risks violating American user rights. The FTC’s message? Obey foreign laws at the expense of U.S. privacy, and you might face legal heat at home. Companies like Apple, Meta, and Microsoft are now caught in a legal tug-of-war that could reshape how global platforms handle compliance. Next, macOS users fall prey to a new social engineering campaign using fake tech-support ads that trick users into installing the SHAMOS infostealer. The malware bypasses Gatekeeper, steals sensitive data, and burrows deep into the system for persistence—posing a rising threat for Mac-heavy enterprise environments. We also examine a whistleblower report accusing a federal agency (DOGE) of uploading Social Security data for 300 million Americans to an insecure cloud server—without oversight or proper security. While no breach has been confirmed, the mere exposure highlights a critical failure in government data governance and cloud risk management.

Explore the latest cybersecurity trends in this episode of 'Insights into Technology.' From the Washington Post’s rapid response to a foreign government cyberattack targeting journalists, to the vulnerabilities of SMS-based two-factor authentication, we dissect the growing threats in the digital landscape. Delve into Denmark’s bold move towards digital sovereignty by shifting to open-source software and uncover how real-world zero trust implementations are shaping cybersecurity measures. Plus, understand the risks associated with outdated consumer hardware in critical infrastructure as the persistent evolution of cyber threats threatens outdated devices. Get updated on these timely tech issues and grasp the impact on global security dynamics.

Explore the latest cybersecurity trends in this episode of 'Insights into Technology.' From the Washington Post’s rapid response to a foreign government cyberattack targeting journalists, to the vulnerabilities of SMS-based two-factor authentication, we dissect the growing threats in the digital landscape. Delve into Denmark’s bold move towards digital sovereignty by shifting to open-source software and uncover how real-world zero trust implementations are shaping cybersecurity measures. Plus, understand the risks associated with outdated consumer hardware in critical infrastructure as the persistent evolution of cyber threats threatens outdated devices. Get updated on these timely tech issues and grasp the impact on global security dynamics.

In this episode of Insights into Technology, we dive deep into the dark web of cybersecurity as a new hacker collective takes a surprising aim at Russia in retaliation for geopolitical tensions. Discover how Microsoft is tightening its security belts by blocking over 120 risky email attachments in Outlook, aiming to shield users from malicious threats. We also explore a privacy oversight that left Google scrambling when their 'Find My Device' feature inadvertently became a tool for hackers to reverse-engineer user phone numbers. Join us as we unravel these digital dramas and their profound implications on global cyber landscapes.

In this episode of Insights into Technology, we dive deep into the dark web of cybersecurity as a new hacker collective takes a surprising aim at Russia in retaliation for geopolitical tensions. Discover how Microsoft is tightening its security belts by blocking over 120 risky email attachments in Outlook, aiming to shield users from malicious threats. We also explore a privacy oversight that left Google scrambling when their 'Find My Device' feature inadvertently became a tool for hackers to reverse-engineer user phone numbers. Join us as we unravel these digital dramas and their profound implications on global cyber landscapes.

Join host Joseph Whalen in Episode 28 of "Insights into Technology," as we explore the latest in cyber threats and innovations. Discover how Windows Defender was tricked by DefendNOT, an ingenious tool using an undocumented API to shut down vital security protections. We'll also dive into the recent Pwn2Own Berlin 2025 competition, where hackers walked away with over a million dollars after uncovering 28 zero-day vulnerabilities. Additionally, learn about the record-setting DDoS attack handled by Google's Project Shield and the evolving threat landscape with IoT devices. The episode also highlights the use of AI in enhancing phishing attempts targeting U.S. government officials and discusses Congress's move to diversify the cybersecurity workforce. Finally, we touch on cutting-edge developments in vulnerability management as we examine the proposed Likely Exploited Vulnerabilities (LEV) metric and its potential to reshape patch prioritization. Tune in for these topics and more on "Insights into Technology." Listen and subscribe for your weekly tech news essentials!

Join host Joseph Whalen in Episode 28 of "Insights into Technology," as we explore the latest in cyber threats and innovations. Discover how Windows Defender was tricked by DefendNOT, an ingenious tool using an undocumented API to shut down vital security protections. We'll also dive into the recent Pwn2Own Berlin 2025 competition, where hackers walked away with over a million dollars after uncovering 28 zero-day vulnerabilities. Additionally, learn about the record-setting DDoS attack handled by Google's Project Shield and the evolving threat landscape with IoT devices. The episode also highlights the use of AI in enhancing phishing attempts targeting U.S. government officials and discusses Congress's move to diversify the cybersecurity workforce. Finally, we touch on cutting-edge developments in vulnerability management as we examine the proposed Likely Exploited Vulnerabilities (LEV) metric and its potential to reshape patch prioritization. Tune in for these topics and more on "Insights into Technology." Listen and subscribe for your weekly tech news essentials!

In this episode of Insights into Technology, we explore the latest cybersecurity threats and solutions shaping the tech world. Discover the implications of a groundbreaking proof of concept that shows how ransomware could potentially hide in your CPU's microcode, evading traditional security measures. We also delve into the UK's initiative for secure software development and discuss the new vulnerabilities uncovered in Intel processors that threaten data privacy. Join us as we address pressing concerns about IoT devices being turned into malicious proxies, and find out how Microsoft is introducing new features to enhance security during Teams meetings. Stay informed and prepare to safeguard your tech environment against emerging cyber threats.

In this episode of Insights into Technology, we explore the latest cybersecurity threats and solutions shaping the tech world. Discover the implications of a groundbreaking proof of concept that shows how ransomware could potentially hide in your CPU's microcode, evading traditional security measures. We also delve into the UK's initiative for secure software development and discuss the new vulnerabilities uncovered in Intel processors that threaten data privacy. Join us as we address pressing concerns about IoT devices being turned into malicious proxies, and find out how Microsoft is introducing new features to enhance security during Teams meetings. Stay informed and prepare to safeguard your tech environment against emerging cyber threats.

Join us on this week's episode of Insights into Technology, where we unravel the chaos caused by the latest Windows security update gone wrong, and explore how Apple's AirPlay is vulnerable to attack, putting millions of devices at risk. Discover how Cloudflare is heroically defending against unprecedented DDoS assaults, and delve into the brewing tension between tech giants OpenAI and Microsoft over AI's future. Plus, learn about Mastercard's AI-powered shopping assistant that's redefining online retail. With the backdrop of these technological upheavals, we'll guide you through the current landscape of innovation and its challenges.