The Cyber Agony Aunt Podcast

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.

The Cyber Agony Aunt Podcast is a technology podcast hosted by cyberagonyaunts, with 24 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

cyberagonyaunts hosts The Cyber Agony Aunt Podcast, a technology show with 24 episodes published.

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  Episode #23

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

  Sep 23, 202646 min

  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/

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  Episode #20

  S4E2: Likes, Lies and Geopolitics - ft Stuart Jubb

  Sep 21, 202650 min

  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/

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  Episode #22

  BONUS EPISODE: When Every Decision Counts - ft Adam Pilton

  Sep 9, 202658 min

  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/

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  Episode #18

  S3E8: Keeping a Level Head - ft Ciaran Martin

  Jul 13, 20261h 11m

  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/

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  Episode #17

  S3E7: Red Flags to Right Hand - ft Linda Homewood

  Jun 29, 202654 min

  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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