Ep 2 | 9.30.24

FAIK Miniseries | Ch 2: New Frontiers of Deception: AI and Synthetic Media

Show Notes

This is Part Two of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.

Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions

Check out the website for more info: https://thisbookisfaik.com

All voices for this episode's opening "Whispers from the Static" were performed by Mason Amadeus.

The FAIK Files

Podcast Info

HOST(S):

Perry Carpenter is a multi-award-winning author, podcaster, and speaker, with over two decades in cybersecurity focusing on how cybercriminals exploit human behavior. As the Chief Human Risk Management Strategist at KnowBe4, Perry helps build robust human-centric defenses against social engineering-based threats. His latest book, FAIK, explores AI's role in deception.

Mason Amadeus is the Creative Director at 8th Layer Media. With eight years in radio— producing three award-winning commercials, repairing 50kW tube transmitters as apprentice to the chief engineer, and accidentally becoming regional IT manager— Mason brings humor and technical ingenuity to every project. As an actor and meticulous designer with an ever-curious spirit, his unique approach and quick wit captivate audiences across media formats.

Schedule: Friday (weekly)

Creator: 8th Layer Media