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This is your guide to navigating the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Hosted by Annie-Mei Forster and Anika Guenov, this podcast breaks down complex topics into relatable, easy-to-understand conversations. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious newcomer, or a professional looking for fresh perspectives, join us as we explore cyber threats, digital safety tips, and the human stories behind the screen. Follow us on Instagram, YouTube or LinkedIn @thecybersecuritygals
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S2E4 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…
S2E3 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…
S2E2 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…
S2E1 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…
S1E22 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…
S1E21 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…
S1E20 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…
S1E19 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…
S1E18 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…
S1E17 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,…
S1E16 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…
S1E15 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…
S1E14 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…
S1E13 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…
S1E12 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…
S1 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…
S1E11 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…
S1E10 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…
S1E9 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…
S1E8 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…
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Lost In Cyberia has published 28 episodes since January 2025, covering topics in Business, Careers.
Lost In Cyberia is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 44m.
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