The vulnerability of the undersea cable network that powers the internet is a key topic discussed in the podcast episodes. The The "Cute Little Ears" Edition episode of Rational Security covers the legal and policy frameworks surrounding the protection of these critical undersea cables from potential disruption by strategic competitors like China and Russia.

The The internet really is a series of tubes episode of The Vergecast also dedicates a significant portion to discussing the undersea cable industry, including its history, maintenance challenges, and overall importance to the global internet infrastructure.