How many of us ignore security warnings on our phones? Seeing a breach alert is easy. Acting on it? Not so much. Hollie explores why small habits, like reused passwords, can ultimately turn into much bigger risks. #CyberMadeHuman #CyberSecurity #PasswordSafety #DigitalHabits #OnlineSafety

Space has long been a forgotten part of critical national infrastructure, yet so much of daily life depends on it, from navigation to national security. As General Manager at CyNam, Hollie collaborates with leaders in the space sector to share skills and resources to keep space secure.

What’s the difference between technology and cyber? Cyber Made Human is all about ensuring every episode can be enjoyed and understood regardless of your knowledge level. In our latest episode, Hollie explains why tech and cyber are often confused, and why that distinction matters.

A new episode of Cyber Made Human has just gone live! In this episode, we’re joined by Hollie Wakefield, General Manager at CyNam (Gloucestershire’s cybersecurity cluster), to discuss why Cheltenham has become a powerhouse, and what’s coming for cyber in 2026.

Bonds of Love by Jessica Benjamin is a feminist philosophy classic exploring how real connection requires risk, the willingness to be seen, hurt, and understood.

What makes us human isn’t intelligence, it’s connection. Katie explains how Homo sapiens survived because we learned to cooperate and to care what others think. AI may have unlimited intelligence but it can never replace our need for each other.

Are people turning to AI for friendship? More people are using AI platforms like ChatGPT for comfort and support, but could AI ever replace true friendship? Watch the full episode now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGVG...

A very topical book for the Cyber Made Human bookshelf! If Anyone Builds It, Everybody Dies is a powerful, thought-provoking read that explores the potential dangers of AGI, and why we should all be questioning where AI is heading.

Can AI bring hope even in the most extreme circumstances? Katie explains adhesive identification, the idea that when people believe they’re talking to someone who might help or save them, it offers comfort and safety, even if that “someone” isn’t real.

What makes human connection so powerful? A gentle reminder: AI might remember everything, but it can’t feel the moments that make us human. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/jGVGE4eCFNY

Is the NHS too eager to embrace AI? Alexander warns that while AI can support healthcare professionals, over reliance could have dangerous consequences. A reminder that efficiency shouldn’t come at the cost of human expertise.

Get to know our latest guest, Senior Leadership Coach and Consultant Katie Muldoon. From engineering to psychoanalysis, Katie’s journey explores how human behaviour, belief, and motivation shape the way we work, and how that understanding becomes even more vital as AI influences our daily lives.

Can AI ruin relationships? Alice shares a story about how relying on AI for emotional support, instead of honest conversation, led to a relationship breaking down. A powerful reminder that technology can imitate empathy, but it can’t replace it. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/-t4FCyC4aks

Who’s responsible for what AI creates? Derek reflects on the early days of bots, when creators took responsibility for what their systems produced, and how that’s shifted in today’s anything-goes AI landscape. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/-t4FCyC4aks

What really happens when a technical crisis hits? Alice asks how CrowdStrike’s comms team managed the massive fallout, and what businesses can learn from their response. Thank you to this episodes sponsor Golden Valley. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/-t4FCyC4aks?...

Get to know our latest guest, Charlie Kelly. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/-t4FCyC4aks?... Thank you to this episodes sponsor Golden Valley.

In case you missed it… a spooky new Cyber Made Human episode went live last week! 👻 In this Halloween special, Alice Violet sits down with Charlie Kelly and Derek Ahmedzai to uncover the most haunting cyber and AI fails. Watch the full conversation now: youtu.be/-t4FCyC4aks?...

Can history help us understand today’s shifting alliances? This episode raises an important question: how can looking back at past intelligence and expertise shed light on the geopolitical changes we’re seeing today? Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/2p8yCyJxJME?...

Have you ever visited Bletchley Park? The stately home turned secret codebreaking centre played a vital role in WWII, from Alan Turing cracking Nazi codes to Churchill calling it “the goose that laid the golden egg.”

One for the Cyber Made Human bookshelf! Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is the foundation of Stoic philosophy a private journal where a Roman emperor wrestled with greed, temptation, and the challenge of choosing the harder, better path.

Does using a VPN make you truly anonymous? Harry breaks down what VPNs really do (and don’t do) when it comes to privacy, and why they’re not a silver bullet for security. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/ZzpsEBPLYso?... #CyberMadeHuman #VPN #CyberSecurity #OnlinePrivacy #DigitalSafety

Would you create a cloned version of your own voice? With deepfakes becoming easier to create and harder to control, the risks for public-facing voices are only growing. Harry joins Alice to explore what this means for creators, brands, and trust online.

Should you share photos of your kids online? Harry Gough from Coc00n joins Alice to share advice for ultra high net worth clients and why the answer isn’t as simple as yes or no. Do you have children? Join the discussion.

A new episode of Cyber Made Human has just gone live! In this episode, we’re joined by Harry Gough. He shares what lessons we can all take from how the ultra-wealthy stay safe online. Plus, we discuss the new Online Safety Act and what this means. Watch the full conversation now. #CyberMadeHuman

Is social media really any worse than advertising? Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/TLHtQndW24s?... #CyberMadeHuman #Advertising #MarketingStrategy #EmotionalStorytelling #BrandStorytelling

One for the Cyber Made Human bookshelf… and it’s not your typical read. Perfume by Patrick Süskind tells the story of a boy born without a sense of smell who becomes a master perfumer, with an obsession that leads to a chilling and unforgettable ending.

Are you turning your social media into an echo chamber? Blocking ads and muting topics can make your feed calmer and more creative, but it can also filter out posts that challenges your thinking and broadens your perspective.

Where’s the line between parody and harm? Could deepfake parody content unintentionally give permission for more damaging uses, like non-consensual deepfake p***?. Watch the full episode now. #CyberMadeHuman #Deepfakes #DigitalEthics #ResponsibleAI #OnlineSafety

A new episode of Cyber Made Human has just gone live! In this episode we’re joined by Richard ‘Norts’ Norton & Derek Ahmedzai, co-founders of The Peeps; an agency specialising in AI-driven creative content. #Deepfakes #AIEthics #ResponsibleAI #SyntheticMedia #Cybersecurity #Marketing #GenerativeAI

It's finally here! 🥳 Richard Norton and Derek Ahmedzai of @thepeeps.bsky.social joined us on the Cyber Made Human Podcast sofa recently to talk all things AI ethics... THANK YOU for joining the show! 🎙️ Listen now!

Another brilliant addition to the Cyber Made Human bookshelf. Sandworm by Andy Greenberg is a gripping, fact-based read about the Russian group behind the NotPetya attacks on Ukraine.

If you had one sentence to convince the CEO not to cut the cyber team, what would you say? Cath and Alice talk about why cybersecurity is shifting from protection to resilience and how it's becoming a core part of business continuity and risk response.

“Cyber threats aren’t just about compliance, they’re a constant arms race.” While nation-state attacks grab headlines, it's ransomware that most businesses are likely to face. #cyber #cyberattack #ransomeware #energy #gov #government #compliance #regulation

Is cybersecurity just a technical challenge, or is it a business risk? #cyber #cybersecurity #business #risk #tech

A new episode of Cyber Made Human has just gone live! We’re joined by the incredible Cath Goulding. Formerly at GCHQ, Cath shares her perspective from her current role within Critical National Infrastructure for an in-depth conversation about how to effectively communicate cyber risk.

The Cyber Made Human Bookshelf just keeps growing! Thank you to Rebekka Bishop for sharing a brilliant quote from Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? by Dr. Julie Smith. Thank you to this episodes sponsor CyNam. #booktok #bookrecommendations

In this live episode of Cyber Made Human, Rebekka Bishop of Zest Intelligence shares her advice for startups navigating this world. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, CyNam. Find out more and get involved at CyNam.org. #entrepreneur #Startup #Advice #Cyber #Cheltenham #Business

A new episode of Cyber Made Human is live! We’re joined by the incredible Rebekka Bishop from Zest Intelligence to talk government scale vs startup speed. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, CyNam. #startups #innovation #podcast #cyber #cybermadehuman #business #ceo #entrepreneur #government

What does quantum computing mean for sustainability? In the latest episode of Cyber Made Human, Joe Cox and Alice explore the environmental impact of quantum. #QuantumComputing #Sustainability #FutureTech #TechPodcast #CyberPodcast #CyberMadeHuman @uniofglos.bsky.social

Why is quantum such a buzzword? In the latest episode, Joe Cox dives into this fascinating field. So, how close are we really, and what should we expect along the way? #QuantumComputing #FutureTech #CyberSecurity #TechPodcast #CyberPodcast #CyberMadeHuman @uniofglos.bsky.social

As a passionate reader, Alice shares book recommendations at the end of each episode. This time, she recommends Daddy's Gone A-Hunting by Penelope Mortimer. Watch the full episode now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jOb... #booktok #books #booklover #book #bookrecommendations

How do we build systems that fit human nature? In the latest episode of Cyber Made Human, Joe Cox and Alice explore how encryption, cryptography, and blockchain can be made seamless for everyday users. #Encryption #Blockchain #CyberSecurity #CyberPodcast #CyberMadeHuman @uniofglos.bsky.social

In the latest episode of Cyber Made Human, Joe Cox and Alice discuss the new era of digital warfare. With state-sponsored hackers and online activists targeting systems we rely on, how do we protect ourselves? #DigitalWarfare #CyberSecurity #CyberPodcast #CyberMadeHuman @uniofglos.bsky.social

In the latest episode of Cyber Made Human, Duck and Alice discuss the principle of unintended consequences when it comes to data privacy and encryption. Will the technology we use today feel archaic in 10 years? #DataPrivacy #DataProtection #Encryption #TechPodcast #CyberPodcast #CyberMadeHuman

☁️ Where did the term ‘The Cloud’ come from? Paul Ducklin explains the OG pink fluffy cloud on Cyber Made Human. Did you know this? #Podcast #CyberMadeHuman #Cybersecurity #BigTech #TheCloud

In the latest episode of Cyber Made Human, Host Alice Violet and cybersecurity expert Paul Ducklin dive into Apple's standoff with the UK government over demands to weaken iCloud encryption. #Podcast #CyberMadeHuman #Cybersecurity #BigTech #Government #UKLaw #Privacy #DataPrivacy

Did you know that Bitcoin transactions are not 100% anonymous? In the latest episode of Cyber Made Human, Paul Ducklin discusses notable cases where criminals have been caught and sent to prison. #Bitcoin #Fraud #BitcoinCriminal #DarkWeb #DataPrivacy #DataProtection #CyberMadeHuman #Podcast

In our latest Cyber Made Human episode, Duck and Alice dissect the former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace's inflammatory tweet linking the only people who love encryption with paedophiles. View the discussion now. #DataPrivacy #OnlineSafety #ChildrensSafetyOnline #Encryption #Podcast #CyberMadeHuman

Alongside resilience, Mark Adams suggests the importance of having the right people around you, a team with a contrasting skillset and someone who can tell you when to go home and get some sleep. Watch the full episode now. #CyberMadeHuman #Cybersecurity #Cheltenham #TechPodcast #Startup

Does the risks associated with AI mean it should be more or less widely available? We discuss the pros and cons of making emerging technology more accessible. What do you think? Watch the full episode now. #CyberMadeHuman #Podcast #Cybersecurity #Cheltenham #TechPodcast #Startup #ChatGPT