Layer 8

Layer 8 – The Podcast Beyond Technology. Deep dives into IT, cybersecurity, hacking culture, and the human stories behind the systems. Join the conversation.

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Layer 8 Podcast

Layer 8 – The Podcast Beyond Technology

A deep dive into IT, cybersecurity, hacking culture, and the human side of technology. Join conversations with industry experts, researchers, and practitioners shaping the future.

About the Podcast

Layer 8 dives into information technology, cybersecurity, and the human stories behind technology. We explore how systems operate, how they fail, and how people adapt to evolving digital landscapes.

From hacking culture and network engineering to policy implications and software development, our conversations illuminate the realities of tech—what works, what doesn't, and why it matters.

Latest Episodes

Episode 17: Zero Trust in Practice

Security strategy, micro-segmentation, and real-world deployments.

Episode 16: Secrets of Secure Coding

Practical guidelines for building resilient software.

Episode 15: The Hacker Ethic in 2025

Cultural shifts, education, and responsible disclosure.

Hosts

LT

Lukas Thiele

Tech lead, educator, and host. Passionate about cybersecurity, networking, and practical coding.

KH

Kara Hughes

Cybersecurity researcher and storyteller. Focused on incident response and defense strategies.

Author: Lukas Thiele

Blog & News

Articles on IT trends, cybersecurity incidents, and programming. From Web Development to AI, ML, Data Science, and Mobile Apps.

Web Development Wins in 2025

A look at modern frameworks, performance optimizations, and best practices for scalable apps.

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AI, ML, and the Developer

How intelligence and automation shape coding workflows and product development.

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Incident Response: Lessons Learned

From detection to remediation: practical incident response playbooks and tips.

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Community & Engagement

Join our forums, Discord, and Slack for interactive coding challenges, mentorship programs, and more. Sign up for our newsletter to stay in the loop.

Discord

Real-time discussions, coding challenges, and project reviews.

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Slack

Collaborate with listeners and guests on tech topics.

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Newsletter

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“Layer 8 delivers rare, practical insight into the realities of tech today.”

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“Thoughtful, thorough, and entertaining.”

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