The cyber weekly

By Deogratius Okello, Josephine Olok and Angella Nabbanja

Dive into the world of cybersecurity, book reviews, and effective management strategies, including how to communicate with a board. If this piques your interest, join the club!... more

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May 20, 2026 Cyberpsychology & AI with Lisa Ventura
Welcome to The Cyber Weekly! In this episode, we sit down with Lisa Ventura MBE FCIIS MBCS, a trailblazer in cybersecurity awareness, cyberpsychology, and neurodiversity advocacy.
Lisa’s unconventional journey from broadcasting into cybersecurity has shaped her unique perspective on the human side of security. She explains how attackers exploit psychology, why AI is both a blessing and a curse, and how neurodiversity can transform SOC teams into powerhouses of resilience and innovation.
We discuss:
How attackers exploit urgency and fear in social engineering
Why cyber psychology is critical in today’s AI-driven threat landscape
The role of AI in both enabling attackers and empowering defenders
How neurodiversity can be leveraged as a competitive advantage
Building communities and associations that strengthen cybersecurity culture
Her message is clear: “Security is a human problem before it’s a technical one.”

📑 Show Notes & Links
🔗 Follow Lisa Ventura
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisasventura/
Unity Group Solutions: https://unitysolutions.org.uk/
AI and Cyber Security Association: https://aisec.org.uk/
📢 Follow The Cyber Weekly
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecyberweekly
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thecyberweekly
👥 Connect with the Hosts & Team
Deogratius Okello
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
X: https://twitter.com/deookello51
Josephine Olok
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
X: https://twitter.com/josephine_olok
Angella Nabbanja
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
X: https://x.com/angellamukasa_
Magala (Social Media Content Writer)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/
Aine (Graphics Designer)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aine-allan-60987916a
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26min
April 29, 2026 From Big Tech to Private Eye, Building a Career in Digital Forensics
You think deleting a message means it's GONE. It's not.
But here's what nobody's telling you—law enforcement doesn't have access to everything either. And that gap? It's where justice lives or dies.
In this episode of The Cyber Weekly, I sit down with Kenneth Hartman—digital forensics expert, CISO, SANS instructor, and the guy defense attorneys call when they need the truth about digital evidence.
Here's what hit me hardest:
🔹 Deleted texts might still be sitting in a database on your phone.
🔹 AI agents are walking around with YOUR credentials right now—and you don't even know it.
🔹 License plate readers are building a map of your life without a warrant.
🔹 The law is NOT keeping up with technology—and that affects ALL of us.
Kenneth has worked inside Google, SAP, and Illumina. He's taught cybersecurity on five continents. And now, he's breaking it ALL down in plain language.
This isn't just for tech people. This is for anyone who owns a phone, uses the cloud, or believes in the right to a fair trial.
#DigitalForensics #CyberSecurity #TechTruths #PrivacyMatters #TheCyberWeekly #DataPrivacy #FutureOfTech #SmartPhoneHacks #tcw
Show Notes
Follow Kenneth G. Hartman
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kennethghartman/
https://x.com/KennethGHartman
Check out Ken’s whitepaper
https://www.sans.org/white-papers/when-security-scanner-became-weapon
Check out the Algorithm Gavel paper
https://lucidtruthtechnologies.com/images/pages/The-Algorithmic-Gavel.pdf
Check out the Team PCP webcast
https://www.sans.org/webcasts/when-security-scanner-became-weapon
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Follow Deogratius Okello our Producer and Editor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
https://twitter.com/deookello51
Follow Josephine Olok
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok
Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_
Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Graphics Designers
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42min
April 22, 2026 🎙️ TCW Episode 101: The TopCyberDawg Way – Building Your Path in Blue Team
What does it really take to break into cybersecurity—especially on the defensive side?
In this episode of The Cyber Weekly, we sit down with Tijan Hydara, a selfbuilt cybersecurity analyst who turned handson IT experience into a thriving blue team career.
From supporting over 30,000 users at Alaska Airlines to building advanced SOAR playbooks in his home lab, Tijan’s journey is a masterclass in consistency, practical learning, and discipline.
Now the creator behind the growing TopCyberDawg YouTube channel, he’s helping the next generation of SOC analysts understand how to actually get started—without the confusion.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
What a SOC Analyst really does (no jargon, just clarity)
How Tijan transitioned from IT support into cybersecurity
The right way to approach certifications like A+, Network+, Security+, and CySA+
What happens when a security alert fires—and how analysts respond
Why detection engineering is one of the most important skills today
How to build your own cybersecurity home lab (even as a beginner)
The mindset required to stay consistent and break into the industry

🚀 Whether You’re:
Trying to land your first cybersecurity role
Curious about blue team / SOC careers
Overwhelmed by certifications and where to start
👉 This episode gives you a clear, realworld blueprint.

🎥 Connect with Tijan Hydara
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tijanhydara
📺 YouTube (TopCyberDawg):https://www.youtube.com/@topcyberdawg

🌐 Follow The Cyber Weekly
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecyberweekly
🐦 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/thecyberweekly

🎙️ Meet the Team
👤 Producer & Editor – Deogratius Okello
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
🐦 https://twitter.com/deookello51
👤 Josephine Olok
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
🐦 https://twitter.com/josephine_olok
👤 Angella Nabbanja
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
🐦https://x.com/angellamukasa_
👤 Rogers Magala (Social Media Content Writer)
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/
👤 Allan Aine (Graphics Designer)
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/aine-allan-60987916a

💬 Join the Conversation
What’s been your biggest challenge breaking into cybersecurity? Drop it in the comments 👇
#TCW #Cybersecurity #BlueTeam #SOCAnalyst #CyberSecurityCareer #Splunk #Elastic #DetectionEngineering #CompTIA #SecurityPlus #CySAPlus #BTL1 #TopCyberDawg #TheCyberWeekly #Homelab #SOAR #ThreatDetection #BreakIntoTech
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37min
April 09, 2026 From Sales Floors to Threat Feeds
Michael Rack went from decades in enterprise strategy to ranking in the top 0.3% of TryHackMe users worldwide. In this episode he explains why “learning by doing” beats book‑only knowledge, how he built an OpenCTI repository with millions of IOCs, and how he uses local LLMs and Kali to automate research and offensive tooling.
Show Notes
Follow Michael Rack
https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrack

Like and Follow our LinkedIn page
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Follow Deogratius Okello our Producer and Editor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
https://twitter.com/deookello51

Follow Josephine Olok
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok

Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_

Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Graphics Designers
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49min
April 02, 2026 Building Safe Browse: How Richard Kabanda is Protecting Everyday Users from Cyber Threats
In this episode of Cyber Weekly, we sit down with Richard Kabanda, a cybersecurity specialist with experience spanning Uganda and the United States, to explore his journey and latest innovation — Safe Browse.
From managing large-scale IT infrastructure to tackling modern cyber threats, Richard shares how real-world challenges inspired him to build a lightweight browser extension designed to protect everyday internet users from phishing attacks and malicious websites.
We dive into:
Richard’s journey into cybersecurity
The difference between cyber threats in Uganda vs the US
How Safe Browse works in real time
The role of cloud infrastructure like Cloudflare Workers
Why simplicity is key in cybersecurity tools
Advice for aspiring cybersecurity professionals
Safe Browse is built to make online security accessible, fast, and easy for everyone — especially those most vulnerable online.
If you're interested in cybersecurity, tech innovation, or building real-world solutions, this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.
👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations like this.
#CyberSecurity #SafeBrowse #TechInAfrica #CyberWeekly #PhishingProtection #CloudSecurity #Innovation

Show Notes
Follow Richard Kabanda
https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-kabanda-a1838b52/
Download on Chrome
https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/safebrowse/dhcggikjhdflbndcjaamalikknndbdfl?pli=1
Download on Firefox
https://addons.mozilla.org/addon/safebrowse/
Check out the documentation of Safebrowse
https://rkabanda.github.io/safebrowse-docs
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Follow Deogratius Okello our Producer and Editor
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Follow Josephine Olok
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok
Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_
Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Graphics Designers
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30min
March 12, 2026 From Fixing iPhones to Hunting Hackers in the Cloud
In this episode of The Cyber Weekly, I sit down with Jen, a Senior Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst who went from troubleshooting iPads at the Apple Store to hunting advanced cloud threats at Zendesk. Jen reveals the devastating customer experience that triggered her pivot into cybersecurity and why she has stayed at the same company for nearly a decade—defying the industry's job-hopping norm.
We dive deep into the terrifying ways AI is weaponizing social engineering, the real dangers of AI hallucinations in threat intelligence, and the absolute biggest lie people believe about breaking into the cybersecurity industry. Whether you are a seasoned analyst or just trying to get your foot in the door, Jen’s unconventional journey and raw honesty about overcoming imposter syndrome and burnout will change how you view your career.
🎙️ In this episode, we discuss:
The human cost of data loss and the moment Jen chose to become a defender.
Why social engineering—not complex coding—is the biggest threat in the cloud.
The exact foundational skills you actually need (and what you don't).
How transparency and saying "I don't know" builds boardroom trust.

Show Notes
Follow Jen Kwas
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-k-3920b2b4

Check out CTIJEN
https://ctijen.com/

Like and Follow our LinkedIn page
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
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Follow Josephine Olok
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok

Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_

Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Graphics Designers
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aine-allan-60987916a
...more
36min
March 04, 2026 The Man Who Hacks Your Life
What happens when a children's doll becomes a spy? When your smart kettle leaks your Wi-Fi password? When a hacker takes control of a real cargo ship?
In this episode, we sit down with Ken Munro — ethical hacker, IoT security researcher, and founder of Pentest Partners — to explore the wild world of consumer device hacking. From banning a doll in Germany to exposing flaws in planes, ships, and smart locks, Ken pulls back the curtain on just how vulnerable our connected world really is.
Show Notes
Follow Ken Munro
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-munro-17899b1/
Check out Pentest Partners
https://www.pentestpartners.com/
Like and Follow our LinkedIn page
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Follow Deogratius Okello our Producer and Editor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
https://twitter.com/deookello51
Follow Josephine Olok
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok
Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_
Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Graphics Designers
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aine-allan-60987916a
Chapters
00:00 Intro: Hacking Everything
00:36 How Ken Munro Started in Cybersecurity
01:20 "My Friend Cayla": The Spy Doll Banned in Germany
03:59 Reprogramming the Doll: Swearing and Laws
04:48 The Truth About Smart Wi-Fi Kettles
07:25 Is Cybersecurity a Revenue Generator?
10:33 Hacking a Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
12:10 Can You Really Hack a Plane from Your Seat? (Hollywood vs. Reality)
15:32 Maritime Security: Hacking Cargo Ships
18:03 The Most Ridiculous Security "Feature"
19:34 Ken’s Personal Privacy Rules (What he won't install)
20:50 One Piece of Advice for IoT Manufacturers
22:52 Outro & Where to Find Pentest Partners
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24min
February 27, 2026 Securing the Ground and the Skies
Show Notes
Follow Nathan Sweaney
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathansweaney/

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Follow Deogratius Okello our Producer and Editor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
https://twitter.com/deookello51

Follow Josephine Olok
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok

Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_

Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Graphics Designers
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aine-allan-60987916a
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28min
February 18, 2026 Breaking into Cyber Without Burning Out
Summary
In this episode of Cyber Weekly, host Deo Okello speaks with cybersecurity professional Ariyan Brister about her journey in the field. Ariyan shares insights into her daily life as a SOC engineer, the importance of networking and help desk experience for breaking into cybersecurity, and tips for crafting an effective resume. She discusses the value of building a home lab versus using platforms like TryHackMe, and offers advice on navigating job applications and overcoming imposter syndrome. Ariyan emphasizes the need for aspiring professionals to find their niche and continue learning while also advocating for themselves in their careers.

Show Notes

Follow Ariyan Brister
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ariyan-brister/
Check out Ariyan’s youtube channel
https://www.youtube.com/@whois.ViciousChxld
Like and Follow our LinkedIn page
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Follow Deogratius Okello our Producer and Editor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/deo-okello/
https://twitter.com/deookello51
Follow Josephine Olok
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok
Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_
Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Graphics Designers
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aine-allan-60987916a
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40min
February 11, 2026 The Cyber Mamushka
Summary
In this episode, Deo Okello interviews Pauline Kire, also known as The Cyber Mamushka, who shares her journey in cybersecurity and her mission to raise awareness about cyber safety, particularly within families. She discusses the importance of creating a culture of cybersecurity at home, the challenges posed by evolving scams in Uganda, and the role of storytelling and humor in educating the community. Pauline emphasizes that cybersecurity is not just a corporate issue but a personal responsibility that begins at home.
Show Notes
Follow Pauline
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauline-kire-734317149/

Check out the Cyber Mamushka
https://www.thecybermamushka.com/

The CyberSafe or CyberSorry card game
https://www.thecybermamushka.com/product-page/cybersafe-or-cybersorry-card-game

WiCyS Registration
https://womenincybersecuritywicys.my.site.com/registration/s/

Like and Follow our LinkedIn page
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Follow Deogratius Okello
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephine-olok/
https://twitter.com/josephine_olok

Follow Angella Nabbanja
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angella-nabbanja-4b6361178/
https://x.com/angellamukasa_

Follow Magala our Social Media Content Writer
https://www.linkedin.com/in/magala-rogers/

Follow Aine our Producer and Editor
https://www.linkedin.com/in/aine-allan-60987916a

...more
32min

FAQs about The cyber weekly:

How many episodes does The cyber weekly have?

The podcast currently has 102 episodes available.