Winner of the Back To Basics Award at The European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards.
The Awareness Angle Podcast
Welcome to The Awareness Angle, the podcast that simplifies Security Awareness and makes cyber security accessible for everyone. Hosted by Anthony and Luke, we bring you the latest security awareness stories, break down complex topics like phishing scams, data breaches, and human risk, and share practical tips to keep your colleagues and employees safe online.
Our mission is to tackle human risk head-on by empowering individuals and organizations to build strong security cultures. Whether you're a security awareness professional, a cybersecurity enthusiast, or someone looking to improve online safety, this podcast offers real-world examples, straightforward advice, and actionable strategies to protect your data and stay ahead of cyber threats.
Join us to explore how understanding security awareness can simplify the digital world and help you create a safer environment for everyone.
New podcast episodes every Monday!
Military Secrets On A Gaming Forum?
From fake M&S compensation claims and stealthy shortcut hacks to gym footfall revealing military secrets, this week’s episode of The Awareness Angle is a wild ride through the strange and serious sides of cybersecurity. We unpack the world’s biggest DDoS attack, explore how passion (not hackers) leaked US military secrets on a gaming forum, and share how Ant’s own mum nearly fell for a Facebook scam. It’s a reminder that security isn’t just about systems and software — it’s about people, patterns, and the unexpected ways trust can break.
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Is Your Security Awareness Program Just Ticking Boxes?
Is your security awareness program actually changing behaviour, or just ticking boxes for compliance? In this episode, we challenge the idea that annual training is the gold standard, unpack the problems with simulated phishing, and explore what real engagement looks like. Packed with practical ideas and a healthy dose of honesty, this one's for anyone planning Cybersecurity Awareness Month (or rethinking their whole approach).
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The Hidden Danger of LNK Files on Your Computer
Episode 34 covers a big week in cybersecurity, from M&S getting back online after a costly ransomware attack to a long-hidden NHS breach raising serious trust questions. Ant and Luke explore a supply chain attack on Whole Foods’ key supplier, fake CAPTCHAs stealing Mac passwords, and Microsoft’s latest Patch Tuesday, including an unpatched shortcut file flaw. They also dig into the idea of “attack atmosphere,” the Linux movement sparked by Windows 10’s end, and how a rogue pigeon turned into a lesson in incident response.
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Why Gen Z Is Going Passwordless
In this episode of The Awareness Angle, Ant and Luke celebrate their double win at the European Cybersecurity Blogger Awards before diving into a packed news week. They cover fresh cyberattacks on The North Face and Cartier, M&S facing a customer lawsuit, Microsoft’s move towards passwordless logins, and Signal blocking Windows Recall. There’s also a look at weak passwords in the auto industry, Australia’s new ransomware reporting laws, and a quirky scam promising £8k a month. Plus, the team explores the new threat actor naming system—farewell Wizard Spider, hello Periwinkle Tempest.
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These Old Cyber Tricks STILL Work?
Underwear, Malware, and AI Trickery – Just Another Week in Cyber From Victoria’s Secret pulling its US site to phishing links disguised as Google Meet pages, this episode dives into the sneaky and surreal side of cybersecurity. We talk about the rising trend of AI-generated TikToks pushing malware, why help desks are still a major attack vector, and how Gen Z might be okay selling their data for £40 a month. We also talk SIM swaps, password post-it notes, and an AI voice scandal that sounds straight out of Black Mirror. Plus, Microsoft and Apple’s latest software changes, and a fake Coursera course that steals your Facebook login. No drama. No jargon. Just what awareness folks need to know.
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Is Voice Phishing The Next Big Cyber Threat?
From fake IT calls to £300 million in retail disruption, this episode of The Awareness Angle dives into the social engineering behind the M&S cyber attack, a sneaky new ransomware tactic, and a government QR code move that actually makes sense. Plus, we talk legacy tech, fake Chrome extensions, and 2 billion Discord messages that just went public.
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Did That Freelancer Just Steal $88 Million for North Korea?
This week on The Awareness Angle, we’re diving into some wild cybersecurity stories that show just how fast the threat landscape is evolving. From fake AI video tools spreading malware to deepfake investment scams on Instagram, attackers are getting smarter and more creative. We cover the North Korean freelancers who stole $88 million by posing as remote tech workers, the real story behind the Steam "data breach," and how Booking.com chats are being hijacked by scammers. Plus, Microsoft has extended Windows 10 support, the UK government is still running Windows 3.1 on critical systems, and Google is quietly rolling out passkeys and scam protection in Android 16. Whether you care about social engineering, phishing, malware, outdated infrastructure, or passwordless authentication, this episode is full of stories that matter for security awareness and behaviour change.
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