The Cyber Agony Aunt Podcast

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The Cyber Agony Aunt Podcast, formerly known as the Securely Yours Podcast, brought to you by Cyber Security’s very own Agony Aunts, Amelia Hewitt and Rebecca Taylor, focuses on careers within Technology and Cyber, giving you practical and candid guidance on how to not just survive...but thrive.

  1. 5d ago

    BONUS EPISODE: Beyond Good Intentions - ft Rob Black

    In this special episode of the podcast, we sat down with Rob Black, Cyber Citizen of the Year 2024, international keynote speaker, community builder, and one of the driving forces behind the Cyber Leaders Challenge. Throughout his career, Rob has worked at the intersection of cybersecurity, leadership, policy, and community building, helping bring together experts, organisations, and future talent to tackle some of the sector's biggest challenges. Together, we explore what happens when diversity moves beyond good intentions and into real-world decision-making. From diversity beyond what we can immediately see, including lived experience, neurodiversity, career pathways, and socioeconomic background, to the fear many people have of getting diversity conversations wrong, this episode tackles some of the more nuanced and challenging aspects of inclusion. We also discuss the perceived tension between representation and expertise, the role of belonging and allyship in tackling imposter syndrome, and how diverse teams can drive innovation, improve decision-making, and create better outcomes for everyone. A thoughtful, honest, and at times challenging conversation that left us with plenty to reflect on.  A big thank you always to the Cyber Leaders Summit for their support in bringing this episode to life.   Join the Cyber Leaders Summit: https://www.cyber-leaderssummit.com/  Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Rob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-black-30440819/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

  2. Oct 5

    S4E3: The Art of Risky Business - ft Ivan Milenkovic

    Risk is everywhere in business-but how well do we really understand it? In this episode, we’re joined by Ivan to explore what effective risk management actually looks like in practice, and why it needs to be about far more than dashboards, metrics and ticking boxes. We discuss how to make risk management accessible and meaningful across an organisation, rather than something that sits within a specialist team. We also explore the dangers of cyber teams becoming too insulated from the wider business, why having a “big picture” view of risk matters, and how personal attitudes and unconscious bias can influence the way we assess and respond to risk. Whether you work in cyber, risk, leadership (or have nothing to do with either) we challenge some common assumptions and ask how we can all start thinking about risk differently. Tune in for a conversation about making risk practical, accessible and relevant to everyone.   Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Ivan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanmilenkovic/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

  3. Sep 23

    BONUS EPISODE: Two fingers up to Ransomware - ft Glenn Wilkinson

    In this special episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Glenn, whose remarkable journey has taken him from a curious young technologist to studying AI, becoming one of the industry’s most recognised ethical hackers, and ultimately founding his own cybersecurity organisation, Agger Labs. Glenn shares the experiences and lessons that have shaped his career, from discovering the world of ethical hacking to building the skills and mindset needed to stay one step ahead of cybercriminals. We explore how cybersecurity has evolved throughout his career, what separates a good hacker from a great one, and how the rapid rise of AI is changing both cybercrime and cyber defence. We also dive into Glenn’s journey from ethical hacker to founder, the challenges of leadership and building an organisation, and the mission behind Agger Labs. At the heart of the conversation is a cause Glenn is particularly passionate about: taking the fight directly to ransomware groups and, quite literally, sticking two fingers up to ransomware. A big thank you to the Cyber Leaders Summit for their support in bringing this episode to life.   Join the Cyber Leaders Summit: https://www.cyber-leaderssummit.com/  Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Glenn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/glenn-wilkinson-uk/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

  4. Sep 21

    S4E2: Likes, Lies and Geopolitics - ft Stuart Jubb

    What happens when geopolitics moves from the battlefield into our news feeds, social media and everyday lives? In this episode, we’re joined by Stuart Jubb to explore the increasingly blurred lines between technology, influence and global power. We discuss who is really driving online conversations, how algorithms, bots and state-backed influence campaigns can shape public debate, and whether misinformation and disinformation have become powerful tools of modern conflict. We also unpack the growing role of cyber in geopolitical competition, and ask how AI-generated content and deepfakes could make influence operations even harder to detect. Most importantly, we explore what governments, organisations and individuals can do to build resilience, protect trust and navigate an increasingly complex information environment. Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Stuart: http://linkedin.com/in/stuart-jubb-33a26232/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

  5. Sep 9

    BONUS EPISODE: When Every Decision Counts - ft Adam Pilton

    In this special episode of the podcast, we’re joined by Adam Pilton, whose extraordinary journey has taken him from surviving one of the world’s most devastating natural disasters to a career in law enforcement, cybercrime, covert operations, and investigations. Adam shares the experiences and lessons that have shaped his approach to resilience, leadership, risk, and decision-making when the stakes are high. We explore what it means to make critical decisions with incomplete information, tight deadlines, and significant consequences-and how challenging experiences can create opportunities for growth. We also dive into Adam’s work on the Six Pillars of Incident Response, his approach to positive leadership in high-pressure environments, and the personal values and mindset that have helped him stay grounded throughout his career. A big thank you to the Cyber Leaders Summit for their support in bringing this episode to life.   Join the Cyber Leaders Summit: https://www.cyber-leaderssummit.com/  Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Adam: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adampilton/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

  6. Sep 7

    S4E1: Making Cybersecurity Work for SMEs - ft Rebecca Reynolds-Jones

    In the first episode of Season 4, Amelia and Rebecca sit down with Rebecca Reynolds-Jones of the Institute of Directors, to explore what cybersecurity really looks like for small and medium-sized businesses. We discuss how SMEs can make meaningful improvements to their cyber resilience without unlimited budgets or resources, from setting practical priorities and measuring resilience to building a security culture that genuinely changes behaviour. We also explore why people should be seen as part of the cybersecurity solution rather than the problem, and look at the positive changes giving us reasons to be optimistic about the future of cyber risk. Finally, we look ahead to what we hope will change in the way SMEs understand and manage cybersecurity over the next five years. Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-reynolds-jones/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

  7. Jul 13

    S3E8: Keeping a Level Head - ft Ciaran Martin

    In the last episode of this season, Amelia and Rebecca sit down with Ciaran Martin, a leading figure in UK Cyber Security. We explore what it takes to keep a level head when the pressure is at its highest. Drawing on experience from the front lines of some of the UK's most significant cyber incidents, Ciaran shares lessons in crisis leadership, building resilient teams, and maintaining public trust in high-stakes environments. We also discuss balancing long-term cybersecurity challenges with fast-moving threats such as AI, misinformation, and disinformation, creating cultures that encourage honest conversations about risk, and navigating the evolving landscape of cyber regulation.  Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Ciaran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyberciaran/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

  8. Jun 29

    S3E7: Red Flags to Right Hand - ft Linda Homewood

    In this episode, Amelia and Rebecca sit down with Linda, a near and dear friend of the podcast, whose career has spanned 25 years in financial crime before launching her own freelance personal assistant business. We explore career change, overcoming overwhelm, the value of asking for support, staying organised without burning out, and building resilience through trusted networks and personal wellbeing. Linda shares practical advice for anyone feeling stuck, considering a new direction, or looking for ways to work smarter-not harder.   Buy our latest book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Resilient-You-Agony-Keeping-Together/dp/1068445416/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 Connect with Linda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-baskett/  Connect with Amelia: www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-hewitt-44b510182  Connect with Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-taylor-cyber/

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The Cyber Agony Aunt Podcast, formerly known as the Securely Yours Podcast, brought to you by Cyber Security’s very own Agony Aunts, Amelia Hewitt and Rebecca Taylor, focuses on careers within Technology and Cyber, giving you practical and candid guidance on how to not just survive...but thrive.

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    2025 - 2026
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