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Girls Talk Cyber
by girlstalkcyber
Hey Cyber Queens! On today’s episode we want to introduce ourselves and this little thing we like to call cyber security. We will walk you through what cyber security is and why it’s becoming more and more important in our digital world. We also look at why women have been excluded from the conversation for so long and how with the help of Girls Talk Cyber, this can all change.We introduce you to a segment called the Fraud Files, which has us reading through real scam stories sent in by you, the listener. We, the hosts, pull out the top cyber learnings and takeaways ready for you to start actioning as soon as you finish this episode!Let’s redefine how you act online.Show Resources:Monitor active scams: https://www.telstra.com.au/cyber-security-and-safety/active-scams Report a cyber incident: https://www.cyber.gov.au/report-and-recover/report_________________ Support the Girls Talk Cyber podcast by subscribing wherever you get your podcasts! If you’re digging the show, leave u
Episodes
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31. Behind the Scenes with the ACSC
Have you heard of the ACSC? It's Australia's national cyber agency dedicated to defending and disrupting against cyber crime and helping to build resilience against cyber threats. In this episode we’re lucky enough to sit down with Stephanie Crowe, the Deputy Director General and Head of the ACSC...
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30. My scammer ghosted me
Fraud files is back in a big way! Our own co-host Jules almost got done by a scam call. But theres no shame in the scam game - and we know that sharing these stories is the only way we can learn and avoid them from happening to ourselves and broader community. So tune in and find out how these...
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29. Cyber IRL - LIVE Podcast at AFP re_B00tCMP
Can you name six different careers in cyber security? If not - that's totally ok - it's a mysterious world with unusual roles but let us walk you through a couple with our Cyber In Real Life (IRL) chat. We presented this talk at the Australian Federal Police re_BOOTCMP event, hosted at Fortress...
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28. There's a new way hackers can get to you - and it's hiding in plain sight
Cyber criminals are using fake CAPTCHAs to trick people into downloading malware. Sounds impossible right? Well unfortunately it’s becoming more and more common. So what are CAPTCHAs, and how can you spot a fake? Tune in to our latest episode to find out! Resources mentioned:...
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27. What Teens Think About Cyber
After the Women In Cyber Security Summit, we had collected a couple of incredible interviews with high school students. We just couldn’t keep these conversation to ourselves so we’ve collated and shared them here in this bonus ep for you! For more information about how you can act secure online,...
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26. Women in Cyber Security Summit - LIVE Panel at Parliament House
Tune in to a live recording from the Women in Cyber Security Summit 2026 at Parliament House in Canberra. This event was hosted by AISA, Hemisphere East and Infoblox. The event looks to bring together some of the most insightful voices from industry and government to discuss practical initiatives...
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25. Operation SIMCARTEL
You know what a sim card is - but have you heard of a SIM Box? Or a SIM Farm? If not thats totally ok. In this episode we’re going to help you understand what this technology is, and how cyber criminals are using it. But it’s not all doom and gloom, law enforcement agencies around the world are...
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24. What Happens If Hackers Poison the Water? Interview with Lesley Carhart
We’ve seen the latest AFR headlines: “Spy chief warns hackers could cut power, poison water, crash banks.” But who do you call when those headlines become real life? In this episode, we’re joined by Lesley Carhart, Technical Director of Industrial Incident Response at Dragos. Lesley is one of a…
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23. The Dark Web and Cyber Crime - LIVE Podcast with Federal Agent and Cyber Intel Expert
Crime as we know it is changing and the kids are keeping up, faster than we are. In this episode, GTC is on stage at the SXSW conference, discussing how the average age of cyber criminals is becoming younger and younger. Joined by our panelists AFP Federal Agent, Amy Phelps and Cyber Intelligence...
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22. You Can't Ask That - Cyber Security Edition
We get it, cyber security is tough and some questions can feel too basic to ask. But don’t worry you’re not alone. In this episode we’ve teamed up with Kim from Cyber Wardens to bring you a few things: an overview of the Cyber Wardens program, a list of ‘you can’t ask that’ questions we’ve heard...
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21. The Cyber Spy on the Inside
A billion-dollar rivalry, a spy on the inside, and a sting operation for the history books. This isn’t a Netflix drama — it’s a real lawsuit. In this episode, GTC dives into the explosive case of Rippling vs. Deel, where Rippling alleges Deel deployed a corporate spy in their ranks. This case has...
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20. Cyber Basics That Could Save Your Business
In this episode, we’re joined by Jacqui Loustau —cybersecurity expert, industry powerhouse, and founder of the Australian Women in Security Network (AWSN). We dive into the real risks small businesses face online and break down where to start and end with the cyber basics for your business.…
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19. The Art of Cyber Crisis Communications with Chloe
When a cyber attack hits, Chloe is one of the first people called — not to manage the technical disaster, but to translate the technical problems into real world messages, that people can understand. Chloe works in the Cyber Strategic Communications at CyberCX, a team that leads communications…
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18. What the heck is a VPN anyway?
TikTok might be getting banned in the United States, and VPN’s could be the access solution. But what the heck is a VPN anyway? How do they work? What are they used for outside of side stepping TikTok bans? Are they the silver bullet to cyber security? The answer may surprise you. Tune in to this...
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17. Behind The Badge, Tales From An FBI Agent
An FBI and Australian Federal Police operation named Trojan Shield, convinced criminals to obtain a mobile device and discuss their criminal operations on a law-enforcement encrypted messaging app. This led to the infiltration of 300 criminal groups across 100 countries. Wild right? Hear more…
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16. Catching the Criminal: A Deep Dive into the Medibank Cyber Attack
A cyber criminal has been caught two years after coordinating a cyber attack against Medibank, one of Australia’s largest private health care providers. The attack was ruthless, with the cyber criminal leaking stolen medical data, bit by bit into the public arena, including: HIV statuses…
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15. Interview with the eSafety Commissioner - Julie Inman Grant PART 2
Content warning: This episode includes discussion involving imaged based abuse, child sexual abuse, violence and suicide. Please listen with care. If content raises anything for you, please seek support by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via the website https://www.lifeline.org.au/. Sit down...
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14. Interview with the eSafety Commissioner - Julie Inman Grant PART 1
Content warning: This episode includes discussion involving imaged based abuse, child sexual abuse, violence and suicide. Please listen with care. If content raises anything for you, please seek support by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14 or via the website https://www.lifeline.org.au/. Sit down...
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13. It All Starts On A Darknet Marketplace...
In this episode we walk you through a timeline of how a criminal gets from point A to point B when they are pulling off a successful credential stuffing attack. And spoiler alert, it all starts on a darknet marketplace. Walk away feeling confident on how to protect yourself from a credential...
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12. Understanding Scams with Sham
Ever wondered how scams really work? In this episode, we are joined by scam expert Shameela Gonzalez as we dive into the shady world of scammers. From pulling on heart strings to encouraging the purchase of questionable Taylor Swift tickets, nothing is off limits for these criminals. Let this...
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11. Behind the scenes with a Digital Detective
Who do you call when you are going through a cyber attack? The answer is someone like Claudia, a Digital Forensics and Incident Response investigator. In this episode Claudia takes us through a day in her life as an investigator, how she got into the industry and answers the arguably more…
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10. Vacay Mode Activated: Cyber on the go
In this episode we give you some tips and tricks to stay cyber secure when you’re on the go, so you can say bon voyage to cyber criminals ruining your holiday. Connecting to public WiFi? Posting a boarding pass on your socials? Working on the train? Hold that thought, because we’ve got some wild...
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09. What happens in Vegas, doesn't always stay in Vegas
One of the largest casino chains in Las Vegas, MGM Grand, became paralysed after they were hit by a ransomware attack in September 2023. The bustling casino floor was unrecognisable as casino slot machines, hotels, restaurants and more were disconnected for allegedly 10 days in one of the biggest...
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08. Hackers can be good guys too
Ethical hacking. Two words that can’t possibly go together right? How can hacking be an ethical activity? Well in this episode we are joined by cyber security professional and ethical hacker, Vikki Grouios who proves hacking with a conscious is possible. Vikki has dedicated her career to testing...
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07. Unveiling the cyber heroes who defend our digital world
So cyber, does it involve the mysterious bunkers just like the movies? Well, not quite.. But defensive cyber does share some similarities. In this episode you can expect to hear a breakdown of what defensive cyber actually is and what it looks like in the real world. We shine a light on our…
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06. Expert Insights: Chatting with a top cyber security executive
Today we are joined by an expert in cyber security, Shireen Syed, the University of Newcastle’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Shireen’s job is to not only help secure students and teachers but so many elements in between including cyber security strategy and incident response.…
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05. Piecing together your online footprint with OSINT
What information about you resides on the internet today that anyone can access? In this episode we give you the tools to answer that question and walk you through the definition of Open Source Intelligence (OSINT). We look at how it can benefit our lives and how it can also be used in a…
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04. Who are the bad guys and how can they get to you?
Today we take you through the rumblings of a cyber attack. How does it start and what does it look like? By the end of the episode you’ll be able to identify and avoid cyber threats quicker than you can say GTC. We also take a look at who is behind these cyber attacks. The type of people sitting...
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03. Shining a light on the dark web
Have you ever heard of the dark web and want to know more? Well you're in luck because in this episode we are joined by a special guest, a cyber intelligence expert from CyberCX, Leah Pinto. Join us as we chat to Leah to decode this space for our GTC Community and answer the questions - what is…
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02. What to do if you were involved in a data breach
We've all seen the headlines recently "Aussie Company Hit With Data Breach" or "Major Firm Left Scrambling After Major Data Leak". It can feel overwhelming knowing what to do next, and you may be asking yourself the question, is there anything I can do to protect myself? The answer is yes, in…
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01. Welcome to Girls Talk Cyber
Hey Cyber Queens! On today’s episode we want to introduce ourselves and this little thing we like to call cyber security. We will walk you through what cyber security is and why it’s becoming more and more important in our digital world. We also look at why women have been excluded from the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Hey Cyber Queens! On today’s episode we want to introduce ourselves and this little thing we like to call cyber security. We will walk you through what cyber security is and why it’s becoming more and more important in our digital world. We also look at why women have been excluded from the conversation for so long and how with the help of Girls Talk Cyber, this can all change.We introduce you to a segment called the Fraud Files, which has us reading through real scam stories sent in by you, the listener. We, the hosts, pull out the top cyber learnings and takeaways ready for you to start actioning as soon as you finish this episode!Let’s redefine how you act online.Show Resources:Monitor active scams: https://www.telstra.com.au/cyber-security-and-safety/active-scams Report a cyber incident: https://www.cyber.gov.au/report-and-recover/report_________________ Support the Girls Talk Cyber podcast by subscribing wherever you get your podcasts! If you’re digging the show, leave u
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