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The Awareness Angle: Cyber News Weekly

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The Awareness Angle makes cybersecurity make sense. Hosted by Anthony and Luke, we break down the biggest cyber stories of the week. From phishing scams and AI fraud to major data breaches and the sneaky ways people get hacked, we explain what’s going on and why it matters. But this isn’t just another tech podcast. We focus on the human side of cybersecurity. How scams actually work, why people fa... more

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Dan Thornton
CEO and founder of Goldphish, former Royal Marine Commando with expertise in security risk management.
Goldphish
Episode: Human Risk, Real Talk - Dan Thornton on Keeping Security Simple
Harley Sugarman
Co-Founder of Anagram Security
Anagram Security
Episode: Magic, Mindset, and Metrics - Harley Sugarman on Rethinking Training
Lori Steuart
Content Marketing Pro with a strong background in cybersecurity and a hobby in synth repair
Episode: Marketing Muscle Memory In Cybersecurity
AJ King
Behavioral scientist and UX researcher
Episode: "Is Your Brain Wired for Insecurity?" - AJ King on Behavioural Science
Terry McCorkle
A Red Team veteran from PhishCloud advocating for real-time phishing protection
PhishCloud
Episode: “Real-time beats simulation” - Terry McCorkle on Rethinking Phishing
Sara Carty
Digital marketer and VP of Marketing at Unboring, dedicated to transforming cybersecurity marketing.
Unboring
Episode: "Security awareness IS marketing" – Sara Carty on Being Unboring
Amy Stokes-Waters
Founder of the Cyber Escape Room Company, known for innovative approaches to cybersecurity training
Cyber Escape Room Company
Episode: Escape the Boring Stuff: Amy Stokes-Waters on Engaging Awareness
Amy Stokes Waters
Cybersecurity expert and co-founder of Cyber Escape Room Co.
Episode: Did That Freelancer Just Steal $88 Million for North Korea?
Jasmine Eskenzi
Co-founder of The Zensory, expert in mindfulness and its application in cybersecurity
The Zensory
Episode: Three Deep Breaths: Jasmine Eskenzi on Cyber Mindfulness

Hosts

Anthony Davis
Co-host who brings insights on cybersecurity and a focus on the human behavior aspect of tech threats.
Luke Pettigrew
Co-host focused on breaking down complex cybersecurity issues and making them relatable for listeners.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • Good info but too long

    I like the information shared - it’s nice to have something for awareness professionals. I find the pace a bit slow though, and most episodes far too long! 30-40min would be better please! I always find myself rushing through it on 1.5 speed…

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    MD126
    United Kingdom6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the relevant information shared, particularly the focus on the human aspect of cybersecurity.

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#110
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#171
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#52
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#73
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#109
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#137
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“Real-time beats simulation” - Terry McCorkle on Rethinking Phishing
Q: How does your tool educate users?
PhishCloud integrates real-time training and information based on users' interactions to help them understand phishing risks better.
“Real-time beats simulation” - Terry McCorkle on Rethinking Phishing
Q: What led you to this place now?
After 25 years in cybersecurity and seeing how phishing compromises networks, McCorkle sought to significantly change the approach to phishing.
Escape the Boring Stuff: Amy Stokes-Waters on Engaging Awareness
Q: So what led you on your journey here? How did you get to, how did you land at Cyber Escape Rooms?
Amy explains that she pivoted from traditional training to create innovative escape rooms after noticing the lack of engagement in cybersecurity training.
"Security awareness IS marketing" – Sara Carty on Being Unboring
Q: What's something you wish more CISOs or vendors understood about communicating human risk or communicating in this space?
Understanding that a campaign is not a transaction; it's about bringing people along with the story behind the brand.
"Security awareness IS marketing" – Sara Carty on Being Unboring
Q: What skills from drama school do you think you bring forward to the nine to five nowadays?
Definitely my people skills, understanding motivations, and developing confidence to show up as my authentic self.

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3. Lori Steuart
4. AJ King
5. Terry McCorkle
6. Sara Carty
7. Amy Stokes-Waters
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