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EPISODE · May 13, 2025 · 20 MIN

#008 She Transformed from Being a Trailing Spouse to Cybersecurity Advocate | Dr. Anuradha Rao

from YanaTV - The Human Side of Leaders · host Yana Fry

The family pictures that you share on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn. Are those safe?Meet Dr. Anuradha (Anu) Rao. She is a cybersecurity and cyber-safety awareness trainer, facilitator, consultant and educator who has worked with corporates, inter-governmental organisations, think-tanks, non-profits, and higher education institutes, to raise awareness about identifying and managing cyber-threats in our personal and professional lives. Dr. Rao has a PhD in Communications and New Media from the National University of Singapore (NUS), and is Associate Faculty at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS') Public Safety and Security Programme (PSS).Join Yana Fry as she chats with Dr. Anuradha Rao on Yana TV. Anuradha shares her unique upbringing as a global nomad and how it shaped her sense of identity. The conversation delves into her journey from being a trailing spouse to building a successful career in cybersecurity awareness. Discover the challenges and lessons Anuradha learned along the way, and gain insights into the evolving landscape of online privacy and security. Tune in for a candid discussion that explores the balance between sharing personal life online and maintaining privacy in the digital age.🌏 Follow YanaTV for authentic conversations with impactful and conscious people of Asia 👉 https://youtube.com/@yanatvsgIN THIS EPISODE(00:00) Anuradha's Upbringing as a Global Nomad(01:14) What Brought Anuradha to Singapore?(02:59) How Did the PhD Impact Her Family Life?(04:19) Rebuilding Her Life(05:53) Where Does Anuradha Work?(07:13) Dangers of AI(08:25) How To Keep The Balance Between Sharing and Privacy?(09:25) Generational Changes in Digital Media(11:53) An Experience That Shaped Anuradha(13:09) How Did Anuradha Go Through the Difficult Phases of Life?(14:30) How Did Living in Singapore Impact Her Life?(17:06) Anuradha's Advice to Women Who Want to Reclaim Their Identity(17:57) Anuradha's Advice to her Daughters___________OUR HOST, YANA FRYHi People!! I'm Yana. I have been interviewing thought leaders and changemakers since 2015. This channel brings to you the most interesting, conscious and impactful people of Asia. I have heart-to-heart conversations with them and ask deep and direct questions about their life, career, relationships and way of living. Enjoy!I am also the founder and CEO of Awaken Human, where I help leaders worldwide to realise their highest potential and maximise their impact. I have been studying and teaching human potential, consciousness and wellness since I was 8 years old and my clients and students come from 30+ countries.In addition to anchoring Yana TV, I am hosting Timeless Teachings Podcast, ranked among top podcasts in Singapore in Spirituality.Let’s Connect!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yanafry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yanafry Bookings and Collaborations: [email protected] ~ YanaTV is a Singapore’s leading independent talk show that amplifies the voices of impactful and conscious people of Asia.To listen to Timeless Teachings Podcast, visit this link:  https://linktr.ee/timelessteachings ___________OUR GUEST, DR. ANURADHA RAOTo connect with Dr. Anuradha, visit: https://dranurao.com/

The family pictures that you share on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn. Are those safe?Meet Dr. Anuradha (Anu) Rao. She is a cybersecurity and cyber-safety awareness trainer, facilitator, consultant and educator who has worked with corporates, inter-governmental organisations, think-tanks, non-profits, and higher education institutes, to raise awareness about identifying and managing cyber-threats in our personal and professional lives. Dr. Rao has a PhD in Communications and New Media from the National University of Singapore (NUS), and is Associate Faculty at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS') Public Safety and Security Programme (PSS).Join Yana Fry as she chats with Dr. Anuradha Rao on Yana TV. Anuradha shares her unique upbringing as a global nomad and how it shaped her sense of identity. The conversation delves into her journey from being a trailing spouse to building a successful career in cybersecurity awareness. Discover the challenges and lessons Anuradha learned along the way, and gain insights into the evolving landscape of online privacy and security. Tune in for a candid discussion that explores the balance between sharing personal life online and maintaining privacy in the digital age.🌏 Follow YanaTV for authentic conversations with impactful and conscious people of Asia 👉 https://youtube.com/@yanatvsgIN THIS EPISODE(00:00) Anuradha's Upbringing as a Global Nomad(01:14) What Brought Anuradha to Singapore?(02:59) How Did the PhD Impact Her Family Life?(04:19) Rebuilding Her Life(05:53) Where Does Anuradha Work?(07:13) Dangers of AI(08:25) How To Keep The Balance Between Sharing and Privacy?(09:25) Generational Changes in Digital Media(11:53) An Experience That Shaped Anuradha(13:09) How Did Anuradha Go Through the Difficult Phases of Life?(14:30) How Did Living in Singapore Impact Her Life?(17:06) Anuradha's Advice to Women Who Want to Reclaim Their Identity(17:57) Anuradha's Advice to her Daughters___________OUR HOST, YANA FRYHi People!! I'm Yana. I have been interviewing thought leaders and changemakers since 2015. This channel brings to you the most interesting, conscious and impactful people of Asia. I have heart-to-heart conversations with them and ask deep and direct questions about their life, career, relationships and way of living. Enjoy!I am also the founder and CEO of Awaken Human, where I help leaders worldwide to realise their highest potential and maximise their impact. I have been studying and teaching human potential, consciousness and wellness since I was 8 years old and my clients and students come from 30+ countries.In addition to anchoring Yana TV, I am hosting Timeless Teachings Podcast, ranked among top podcasts in Singapore in Spirituality.Let’s Connect!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yanafry Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yanafry Bookings and Collaborations: [email protected] ~ YanaTV is a Singapore’s leading independent talk show that amplifies the voices of impactful and conscious people of Asia.To listen to Timeless Teachings Podcast, visit this link:  https://linktr.ee/timelessteachings ___________OUR GUEST, DR. ANURADHA RAOTo connect with Dr. Anuradha, visit: https://dranurao.com/

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