Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast

Justin Gardner, Joseph Thacker, Brandyn Murtagh

Booking Overview

Technical cybersecurity interview and analysis show focused on bug bounty hunting, web security, hacking techniques, and researcher workflows, with recurring external guests including prominent bug bounty researchers, security practitioners, and industry commentators. Suitable pitches include accomplished vulnerability researchers, application-security leaders, bug bounty platform executives, and specialists in offensive security or security tooling; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need demonstrable research, industry credibility, or notable event and platform experience.

Metrics

Episodes: 195

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 29.9k subscribers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@criticalthinkingpodcast.io

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Host

Justin Gardner - Cybersecurity researcher and bug bounty hunter focused on vulnerability discovery, proof-of-concept development, and offensive security techniques.

Joseph Thacker - Cybersecurity researcher and bug bounty hunter who focuses on web application security, vulnerability research, and security automation.

Brandyn Murtagh - Cybersecurity researcher and bug bounty hunter with a focus on offensive security and vulnerability research.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Demonstrated expertise in bug bounty hunting, vulnerability research, application security, penetration testing, security platforms, or offensive-security tooling; notable research, event participation, published analysis, or substantial industry experience strengthens a pitch.

Required Achievements:

Notable vulnerability discoveries or bug bounty results, Published security research or technical analysis, Participation in major hacking and security conferences, Leadership or substantial experience at a bug bounty or application-security platform

Recent Guest Discussions

Joel Margolis - Hackerone’s Evolution, Researcher Relations, Platform Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Incentives, And Triage

Recent Topics

Technology, Cybersecurity, Bug Bounty, Web Security, Penetration Testing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast

Episode 195: Frans Rosen on the AI Age of Bug Bounty

October 08, 2026

Episode 195: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast we talk to Frans Rosen and get his take on the Bug Bounty Industry and finding enjoyment in hacking during the AI Slopocalypse.Follow us on twitter at: https://x.com/ctbbpodcastGot any ideas and suggestions? Feel free to send us any feedback here: info@criticalthinkingpodcast.ioShoutout to YTCracker for the awesome intro music!====== Links ======Follow your hosts Rhynorater, rez0 and gr3pme on X: https://x.com/Rhynora...

Episode 194: Using Jev for Bug Bounty

October 01, 2026

Episode 194: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast Justin and Joseph cover Faav’s Microsoft hack, Salesforce adjusting their scope, and if/how Jev can be used for Bug BountyFollow us on twitter at: https://x.com/ctbbpodcastGot any ideas and suggestions? Feel free to send us any feedback here: info@criticalthinkingpodcast.ioShoutout to YTCracker for the awesome intro music!====== Links ======Follow your hosts Rhynorater, rez0 and gr3pme on X: https://x.com/Rhynoraterht...

Episode 193: Browser Logic Errors & XS-Leaks with Jorian Woltjer

September 24, 2026

Episode 193: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast we’re joined by Jorian Woltjer to talk through his Bug Bounty journey and all the crazy research he’s done for the Critical Thinking Lab.Follow us on twitter at: https://x.com/ctbbpodcastGot any ideas and suggestions? Feel free to send us any feedback here: info@criticalthinkingpodcast.ioShoutout to YTCracker for the awesome intro music!====== Links ======Follow your hosts Rhynorater, rez0 and gr3pme on X: https://x.c...

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Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast

How do I get in touch with Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast?

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What is the email for Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast: info@criticalthinkingpodcast.io.

How many listeners does Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast?

Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Demonstrated expertise in bug bounty hunting, vulnerability research, application security, penetration testing, security platforms, or offensive-security tooling; notable research, event participation, published analysis, or substantial industry experience strengthens a pitch. Common among recent guests: Notable vulnerability discoveries or bug bounty results; Published security research or technical analysis; Participation in major hacking and security conferences. Recent guests include Joel Margolis.

How hard is it to get booked on Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Technology, Cybersecurity, Bug Bounty, Web Security, and Penetration Testing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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