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Ep. 30 What The Heck Is Cyber Diplomacy?
Apr 27, 2026
55m 39s
Ep.29 Nearly Scammed by a Crypto.com Impersonator with Stephen Endicott
Apr 13, 2026
37m 34s
Ep. 28 Staying Human In the Age of AI with Sam Brazier-Hollins
Mar 30, 2026
1h 02m 26s
Ep. 27 Inside the Cybersecurity Hiring Market with Jasmine McCrudden
Mar 16, 2026
55m 18s
Ep. 26 Finding Your Place In Cyber with Dr. Vicki Gardiner and Madi Cook
Mar 2, 2026
39m 38s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 4/27/26 | Ep. 30 What The Heck Is Cyber Diplomacy? | Policy. Diplomacy. Cyber. Three words guaranteed to clear a room (or so you'd think). But cyber diplomacy matters and we provide real-world examples like the 2007 cyber attacks on Estonia, the Medibank breach and Australia slapping sanctions on Russian hackers and the infamous Stuxnet worm. In this episode we break down what cyber diplomacy is, why it matters and what Australia is actually doing to strengthen ties across the Indo-Pacific (with a healthy dose of Mean Girls references and... | 55m 39s | ||||||
| 4/13/26 | Ep.29 Nearly Scammed by a Crypto.com Impersonator with Stephen Endicott | Imagine this, you're in your kitchen baking a cake and someone calls you from crypto.com saying they're from the security team and that there's been suspicious activity on your account. You are a crypto.com customer so this sounds pretty legitimate. But turns out it's not. It's just a scammer pretending to be from crypto.com. This is what happened to Stephen. He received a call from a US number. The caller directed him to a convincing lookalike site (a hyphenated domain), pressured him ... | 37m 34s | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | Ep. 28 Staying Human In the Age of AI with Sam Brazier-Hollins | In this episode, we are joined by Sam Brazier-Hollins, Head of Technical Consulting at Fujitsu (also Annie-Mei's former manager). We got so into the convo straight away that we forgot to get Sam to actually introduce himself properly. But you can look him up on LinkedIn. We discuss Sam's recent work trip to New Zealand for the Digital Workplace Conference discussing Microsoft 365 security and AI adoption alongside change management. Sam also reflects on balancing cybersecurity work with havin... | 1h 02m 26s | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | Ep. 27 Inside the Cybersecurity Hiring Market with Jasmine McCrudden | Jasmine McCrudden joins us for a juicy episode spilling the tea on all things cyber recruitment. Wanna know if you're doing enough to stand out on your CV? Not sure what hiring managers are looking for in the interview? Jasmine is here to help. She provides some great insights including where all the cybersecurity professionals are in Australia, and the biggest mistakes people are making on their CVs and during interviews. Plus how much does LinkedIn matter for your personal brand... | 55m 18s | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Ep. 26 Finding Your Place In Cyber with Dr. Vicki Gardiner and Madi Cook | We went to Canberra Cyber Hub HQ to chat with Dr. Vicki Gardiner (COO) and Madi Cook (Engagement Manager). Vicki has had a lengthy career in STEM but is a chemistry girl at heart. Vicki is our first guest to not only have a PhD but to have her own Wikipedia page. Did we also mention she has an award named after her called the Vicki Gardiner Advocacy Award? Madi has also had an interesting career that started in the travel industry only to be disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. She... | 39m 38s | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | Ep. 25 Building Australia's Cyber Civilian Reserve with Kersti Eesmaa | We're joined by Kersti Eesmaa, a former Estonian diplomat and current advocate for cyber resilience in Australia. Kersti shares her journey from diplomacy to becoming an ambassador for Estonia in Australia, and her transition to a new life and career Down Under. She opens up about her unique voice, the result of a childhood health crisis, and how it has become her trademark in public speaking. The discussion covers the concept of cyber reserves in Estonia and Australia's potential for adoptin... | 1h 10m 07s | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | Ep. 24 Exploring the Minds of Cyber Defenders and Attackers with Rue Maharaj | In this episode of Lost In Cyberia, we’re joined by Rue Maharaj. Rue shares his extensive background, detailing his journey from South Africa to Australia via New Zealand, and his transition from private sector IT roles to public sector cybersecurity. Focusing on his current role in cybersecurity defence management at Melbourne Water, Rue highlights the critical importance of incident response and psychological resilience in cybersecurity. The discussion dives deep into various profiles... | 43m 33s | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | Ep. 23 Risk, Curiosity & Cyber Careers with Louis Cremen | We are back in 2026 with our first guest of the year Louis Cremen (although this was recorded last year). Louis shares his interesting career journey from software development to becoming a leading cybersecurity educator. He talks about the challenges of centralising security testing for a whole country, the thrill of traveling and working internationally, and the importance of sovereign capabilities in AI and quantum computing for Australia. Louis shares his teaching experience, includ... | 37m 42s | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | Ep. 22 Nagivating Cyberia: Celebrating a Milestone and Reflecting on 2025 | In the final episode of their first season, hosts Annie-Mei and Anika celebrate reaching 1,000 downloads with a not-so-suspicious balloon and recap the whirlwind year of 2025. The duo chats about their international listeners, weird podcast recommendations for pets, and their favourite episodes and guests. The conversation then takes a reflective turn as they answer each other’s questions about personal growth, setting boundaries, and their experiences in the podcasting and content creation w... | 1h 06m 59s | ||||||
| 12/1/25 | Ep. 21 Cloud, Celebs and Cybersecurity | Why should you have to decide between listening to Miley Cyrus or Justin Bieber on your phone? With the cloud you don't have to... but at what cost? This episode of Lost in Cyberia was recorded down in Melbourne while we were there for CyberCon. We recap what we've been up to the last few months while also debunking some of the funniest misconceptions about “the cloud.” Equal parts educational and entertaining, this episode is a perfect blend of pop culture banter and tech nostalgia. ¿P... | 50m 18s | ||||||
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| 11/17/25 | Ep. 20 Tackling Cybersecurity and Global Threats with James Corera | In this episode of Lost in Cyberia, hosts Annie-Mei and Anika welcome James Corera, Director of Cyber, Technology and Security Program at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI). James shares insights on his extensive career in national security, his educational background, and his experiences in intelligence and foreign policy. The discussion covers the evolving nature of global threats, ASPI's role in providing diverse policy perspectives, and the complexity of cybersecurity challe... | 38m 43s | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | Ep. 19 Exploring the Intersection of Cybersecurity and Pro Wrestling with Ray Goldman | In this episode of Lost in Cyberia, hosts Annie-Mei and Anika welcome special guest Ray Goldman, a former miscreant turned Business Information Security Officer. Ray shares his journey into the InfoSec world, his involvement with the DC 814 hacker meetups, and his passion for pro wrestling. The discussion covers topics such as community building within cybersecurity, the importance of soft skills, mentorship, and the psychology behind both cybersecurity and pro wrestling. Ray also provides in... | 47m 41s | ||||||
| 10/20/25 | Ep. 18 Blue Team vs Red Team with Betta Lyon Delsordo and Clarissa Bury | In this episode of 'Lost in Cyberia,' hosts Annie-Mei and Anika are joined by Betta Leon Delsordo and Clarissa Bury, to discuss their journeys and expertise in cybersecurity. Betta shares her path from self-taught coder to lead application penetration tester at OnDefend, with a focus on application security and AI hacking. Clarissa, a strategic advisor with experience at CrowdStrike and Rapid7, talks about the importance of tabletop exercises and proactive security measures. ... | 41m 15s | ||||||
| 8/25/25 | Ep. 17 Hacking Humans: What is Social Engineering? | Hosts Annie-Mei and Anika unpack social engineering or “human hacking”, with insights from books by Chris Hadnagy and Kevin Mitnick. They break down the attack lifecycle, common tactics (phishing, pretexting, tailgating, quid pro quo), and how AI is supercharging scams, then share practical defences: pause-and-verify, reduce digital footprints, and normalise double-checking at work and home. A clear, actionable guide to spotting and resisting manipulation online and off. Practical takea... | 59m 56s | ||||||
| 8/11/25 | Ep. 16 Combatting Online Scams with Wadzi Nenzou | Annie-Mei and Anika are joined by Wadzi Nenzou, who is the founder of 'Our Scam Stories'. Wadzi shares her mission of educating people about investment scams to help them build wealth without losing hard-earned money. With over 18 years of experience in financial services, Wadzi discusses the importance of sharing scam survivor stories to reduce stigma and educate the public. The conversation covers the increasing sophistication of scams, common scam tactics, and which demographics most likel... | 48m 52s | ||||||
| 7/28/25 | Ep. 15 Cybersecurity Conferences 101 | Annie-Mei and Anika discuss their experiences of going to cybersecurity conferences. They talk about what you can expect and how not all conferences are the same. Anika explains her experience at BSides Canberra and doing the CTF challenge. Annie-Mei talks about her first time going to the biggest hacker conference in the world - DEFCON. Spoiler alert: it was awesome. 00:00 Introduction 01:08 First Cybersecurity Conference Experiences 05:52 BSides Canberra: A Community-Focused Event 07:... | 48m 55s | ||||||
| 7/14/25 | Ep. 14 From Working at Apple to DJing at DEFCON with Rodman Ramezanian | Annie-Mei and Anika are joined by cybersecurity professional Rodman Ramezanian. Rodman shares insights into his 14-year career, touching on his beginnings at Apple as an iOS specialist, his role in cybersecurity across various sectors, and his position as the Director of Events and Professional Development for ISACA Canberra. He also dives into the unexpectedly transferable skills from DJing to his professional life, the importance of communication and mentorship, and his experiences at event... | 59m 57s | ||||||
| 6/30/25 | Ep. 13 The Cybersecurity Degree Dilemma: Do You Really Need One? | In this episode of Lost in Cyberia, hosts Annie-Mei and Anika explore the question of whether you need a cybersecurity degree to work in the field. With varied personal experiences, they provide insights into the current job market, entry-level challenges, and the importance of hands-on skills versus formal education. They discuss alternative pathways like bootcamps, networking, certifications, and transferable skills from other industries. The conversation also touches on the importance of f... | 57m 02s | ||||||
| 6/16/25 | Ep. 12 Diplomacy, Diversity & Degrees with Veronika Kolek Netolická | In this episode of Lost in Cyberia, hosts Annie-Mei and Anika are joined by Veronika Kolek Netolická, the co-founder of Women4Cyber Czechia and current cyber attachée for the Indo-Pacific at the National Cyber and Information Security Agency. The discussion takes place at the Czech Embassy in Canberra, looking at Veronika's extensive background in cybersecurity, her education, and her various roles and initiatives. The conversation explores the importance of diversity and inclusivity in... | 50m 20s | ||||||
| 6/9/25 | BONUS EP: Entrepreneurship, AI Security, and Overcoming Biases with Harriet Farlow | In this episode, Harriet and Annie-Mei have a chat over wine and ice-cream sundaes from a hotel room in Sydney before heading to a Gracie Abrams concert. They explore Harriet's journey as the founder of Mileva Security Labs, an AI security company that addresses security risks to AI systems. Harriet shares insights into the challenges of starting and running a business, especially as a young woman in a male-dominated field. The discussion delves into issues of bias, gender, and ageism in the ... | 36m 58s | ||||||
| 6/2/25 | Ep. 11 How a Simple Question Launched a Cybersecurity Career with Alaina Lawson | In this episode of Lost in Cyberia, hosts Annie Mei and Anika are joined by Alaina Lawson, a Perth-based cybersecurity consultant. Alaina discusses her journey into cybersecurity, starting from her interest in IT during high school, influenced by her family background in IT. She shares how asking a simple question to a customer when she was working in a bakery changed her entire career trajectory. Alaina also shares her experiences navigating a male-dominated field, the encouragement she rece... | 40m 30s | ||||||
| 5/19/25 | Ep. 10 Breaking into Cyber Project Management with Bianca Puglisi and Kathy Sisson | In this episode of Lost In Cyberia, Bianca Puglisi and Kathy Sisson share their unconventional journeys into project management. Bianca shares her journey from hospitality and psychology to joining the Army at 30, becoming a corporate trainer in cyber, and currently serving as the Operations Manager at Solvyr. Kathy details her career path from being a photographer in the Air Force to working within New Zealand's government and defence sectors, and now tackling IT security projects in Austral... | 57m 38s | ||||||
| 5/5/25 | Ep. 9 From Fashion Design to Cybersecurity with Hortense Rothery | In this episode of Lost in Cyberia, we’re joined by Hortense Rothery, the Relationship Manager at Volkis. Hortense shares her unique career journey from studying fashion design in New Zealand to transitioning into software development and eventually finding her calling in cybersecurity. She discusses the challenges of running a fashion business and moving back to New Zealand during the Covid-19 pandemic. Hortense talks about why we need to stop saying ‘imposter syndrome’, the importance of wo... | 27m 14s | ||||||
| 4/21/25 | Ep. 8 Revenge of the Nerds: Confronting Gender Bias in Cyber Security and Cybercrime | This episode of Lost in Cyberia is what we (Annie-Mei and Anika) presented at CyberCon Canberra 2025. We look at the evolution of nerd culture, from the dawn of the internet til now. We also discuss: Why the “hacker in a hoodie” stereotype is doing more harm than good 👨💻The echo chamber of women-in-tech panels and why men need to be part of the convo 🧠Toxic work culture, burnout, and the pressure to play tough 💼🔥Cybercrime targeting women (deepfakes, harassment, etc.) and why it’s ofte... | 36m 05s | ||||||
| 4/14/25 | BONUS EP March Madness, Awards and Burnout Realness (We’re Tired) | March nearly broke us, but it also kind of made us. In this episode, Annie-Mei and Anika unpack a chaotic month full of firsts: our first podcast guests (shoutout to Harry from Phronesis and Hortense from Volkis 💜), first guest spot on another podcast (AISA Cyber Voices, with David!), and Anika’s first-ever conference presentation (spoiler: improv background came in handy 🎭). We chat about: CyberCon chaos 🧠Presenting at Volkis Day in Sydney (Chinese firewalls and Aussie cybercrime ft. pig but... | 31m 23s | ||||||
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