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March 04, 2026
Chatting with Fish from Shellphish | 024 CTF Radiooo
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October 01, 2025
Chatting with Robert Xiao from PPP | 023 CTF Radiooo
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In this episode, adamd and Zardus welcome Robert Xiao, an associate professor at the University of British Columbia and a seasoned CTF player. The conversation explores Robert’s journey from a background in human-computer interaction to becoming a prominent figure in the CTF community. They discuss his early experiences with game hacking, the challenges of CTFs, and how these experiences have influenced his research and professional development. The episode highlights the importance of community and collaboration in the CTF space, as well as the intersection of technical skills and human factors in computer science. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the hacker mentality and its significance in research and development. They discuss the differences in mindset between various research fields, the importance of innovation through hacking, and the balance between competitive programming and academic research. The conversation also touches on the evolution of Capture The Flag (CTF) teams, the impact of teaching on students, and the personal journeys of the speakers in the realm of security research and challenges.
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