Clearly Cyber

Translating Complex Cyber Risk for Leaders and Global Audiences with Will Rankin

PRPR — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 02:36:07 -0700

Welcome to a new episode of Clearly Cyber, the PRPR podcast.

We're really excited to bring you this new episode with Will Rankin, a seasoned technology journalist, who shares his journey into the world of cybersecurity communication.

Will discusses the evolution of the industry, the challenges of translating complex technical topics for a broader audience, and the importance of honesty in storytelling. Will also highlights regional differences in cybersecurity communication, particularly between the UK and the Middle East, and emphasises the need for clarity and interpretation in thought leadership pieces.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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Embedding Mental Health Into Modern Cybersecurity Culture with Alex Hunter

PRPR — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 03:07:48 -0800

Welcome to a new episode of Clearly Cyber, the PRPR podcast.

We're really excited to bring you this conversation with Alex Hunter, a freelance mental health consultant, about the importance of mental health in the cybersecurity industry.

Alex shares her personal experiences and insights on how to normalise conversations around mental health, emphasising the role of leadership in creating a supportive environment. She also discusses the unique pressures faced by cybersecurity professionals, including the impact of a blame culture and the challenges for neurodivergent individuals

We hope you enjoy the episode!

This episode touches on suicide and mental health. While we do not go into graphic detail, we encourage listeners to take care of themselves.

Resources:

Mind website: We're Mind, the mental health charity | Mind
Find local mental health support: Find local Minds where you live | Info and support | Mind

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Teaching girls to find confidence and community in hacking with Bianca (BiaSciLab) Lewis

PRPR — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 01:14:05 -0800

Welcome to a new episode of Clearly Cyber, the PRPR podcast.

We're really excited to bring you this new episode with Bianca, aka BiaSciLab, founder of Girls Who Hack.

Bianca talks about how she first entered the world of cyber at age 11, and the challenges she faced being a girl in a male-dominated environment.

She also reflects on her mission to inspire the next generation of female hackers, explaining how she brings energy and a bit of “chaos” into her lessons to make them more interactive, and recounts her experiences speaking at leading industry events.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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Bridging Customers and Cybersecurity Through Sales Engineering with Martin Lethbridge and Oli Venn

PRPR — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0700

Welcome to a new episode of Clearly Cyber, the PRPR podcast.

In this episode, we're joined by Martin Lethbridge and Oli Venn from WatchGuard to talk about the role of a Sales Engineer, from keeping conversations with customers and partners honest and effective to adapting your message for different audiences. They also share how they add personality to their work, including Martin’s Dear Diary posts and the story behind his now famous red suitcase.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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Read Oli's blog 'The Warning Signs You Can't Ignore: From Your Body to Your Business'

This podcast was brought to you by PRPR. We shape stories, build trust, and drive results for cybersecurity and tech companies.

Why inclusive communication is key to building accessible digital experiences with Jamie Knight & Mike Southgate

PRPR — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 01:10:20 -0700

Welcome to a new episode of Clearly Cyber, the PRPR podcast.

In this episode, we're joined by Jamie Knight and Mike Southgate (aka 'Wookie'), the duo behind Ermi. They share how they first met (including a near-death go-karting incident) and eventually built Ermi together.

They discuss tackling information asymmetry, how they've developed a shared language to work more effectively together, and why it's more important to explain the problem than to prescribe what a solution should look like.

We also discuss why they kept Ermi intentionally simple and how the best solutions often emerge when you're focused on actually helping people.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR. We shape stories, build trust, and drive results for cybersecurity and tech companies.

How to Build Credibility and Coverage in Cybersecurity Media with Dan Raywood

PRPR — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0700

In this episode, we’re joined by cybersecurity journalist Dan Raywood to explore how organisations can successfully navigate the cybersecurity media landscape.

Dan shares his journey into cybersecurity reporting, what sets it apart from other industries, and how the field has evolved over his career.

He also offers valuable advice for organisations, covering what makes a great spokesperson, common pitching mistakes to avoid, and tips on building lasting relationships with journalists.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR. We shape stories, build trust, and drive results for cybersecurity and tech companies.

Digital Trust in the GenAI Era with Jon Geater

PRPR — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 03:00:00 -0700

We're excited to bring you this new episode of Clearly Cyber featuring Jon Geater.

Jon has been leading some truly innovative work in data provenance and is helping shape a culture built on proof and trust.

In this episode, we dive into the implications of generative AI and deepfakes, and explore how they’re reshaping our understanding of truth and authenticity.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR. We shape stories, build trust, and drive results for cybersecurity and tech companies.

Why dynamic reporting is critical in modern cybersecurity with Shaun Peapell

PRPR — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 05:22:58 -0700

We're thrilled to welcome Shaun Peapell, Vice President of Global Threat Services at Rootshell Security, to the Clearly Cyber podcast.

Shaun shares his passion for dynamic reporting in the cybersecurity industry, the role that AI has to play, and how professionals can tailor their reports to both technical and non-technical audiences.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR. We shape stories, build trust, and drive results for cybersecurity and tech companies.

Why Attitude is the Core of Every Impactful Brand with Nik Levantis

PRPR — Thu, 15 May 2025 02:18:39 -0700

We're excited to be joined by Nik Levantis, Head of Communications at Obrela, for this episode of Clearly Cyber.

We talk to Nik about how you define a brand's attitude, how consumers identify the brands they choose, and the importance of creating an emotional connection with your audience.

Nik also explains how brands can stand out in crowded markets such as cybersecurity and how they can make an impact.

We hope you enjoy the episode!

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR, a PR and marketing agency that puts cybersecurity and technology companies on the map.

Setting Honest Expectations for Cybersecurity Career Paths with Debi McCormack

PRPR — Thu, 01 May 2025 01:00:00 -0700

Welcome to Clearly Cyber, the podcast hosted by PRPR.

We were excited to be joined by Debi McCormack, Communications Director at The Cyber Scheme, for our new episode.

Debi talks about the importance of setting honest expectations about job prospects in the industry, and how organisations can communicate better about the roles that are currently available.

We also talk about the importance of mentorship, and some of the biggest misconceptions about cyber security training.

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR, a PR and marketing agency that puts cybersecurity and technology companies on the map.

Empowering Employees Through Cybersecurity Awareness with Qasim Bhatti

PRPR — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:21:30 -0700

We're excited to bring you episode 5 of PRPR's podcast, Clearly Cyber.

In this episode, we're joined by Qasim Bhatti, CEO of Meta1st. We interview Qasim about why employees continue to be one of the biggest vulnerabilities in cybersecurity and the critical role of clear communication in fostering a security-first culture.

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Creating A More Inclusive Cyber Security Industry with Debbie Sallis

PRPR — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 02:31:03 -0700

Welcome to Clearly Cyber, a podcast hosted by PRPR where we speak to a number of cyber security leaders and comms experts about how to communicate effectively in the cyber security industry.

In this episode, we're excited to be joined by Debbie Sallis, Executive Director of The Cyber Guild.

We spoke to Debbie about the challenges women are currently facing in the industry, the power of mentorship, and how organisations can encourage women to flourish in their roles.

Debbie also delves into the language used in cyber, and how we can reframe these terms.

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR, a PR and marketing agency that puts cybersecurity and technology companies on the map.

From Noise to Knowledge: Mastering Threat Intelligence Delivery with Rebecca Taylor and Ellen Hallam

PRPR — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 01:33:42 -0800

Welcome to Clearly Cyber, a podcast hosted by PRPR where we speak to a number of cyber security leaders and comms experts about how to communicate effectively in the cyber security industry.

In this episode, we speak to threat intelligence experts, Rebecca Taylor from Secureworks, a Sophos Company, and Ellen Hallam from Bytes. (This episode was recorded December 2024)

Together, they explain why threat intelligence is critical for organisations and the consequences that can come with overdelivering. They also touch upon the role that storytelling has to play, and share their best practices for communicating threat intelligence to both technical and non-technical audiences.

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR, a PR and marketing agency that puts cybersecurity and technology companies on the map.

The Use Of Storytelling Techniques For Effective Cyber Security Communication with Anthony Enoh

PRPR — Thu, 20 Feb 2025 01:01:40 -0800

Welcome to Clearly Cyber, a podcast hosted by PRPR where we speak to a number of cyber security leaders and comms experts about how to communicate effectively in the cyber security industry.

In this episode, we speak to Anthony Enoh, CEO and Founder of Enbros Technologies, about the power of storytelling in cybersecurity.

Anthony talks about the struggles cyber professionals can face when communicating with decision-makers, some common mistakes made, and his tips for making your tech expertise understood by others.

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This podcast was brought to you by PRPR, a PR and marketing agency that puts cybersecurity and technology companies on the map.

Informed Consent in Red Teaming with Gemma Moore and Geoff Jones

PRPR — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 09:25:55 -0800

Welcome to Clearly Cyber, a podcast hosted by PRPR where we speak to a number of cyber security leaders and comms experts about how to communicate effectively in the cyber security industry.

In our debut episode, we're joined by Gemma Moore and Geoff Jones, founding Directors of Cyberis, to explore the topic of Informed Consent in Red Teaming.

They share how they strike the balance between realistic attack simulations and protecting people from unnecessary distress, and the role effective communication has to play in all of this.

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Read Cyberis' blog on Informed Consent in Red Teaming here.

This podcast was brought to you by PRPR, a PR and marketing agency that puts cybersecurity and technology companies on the map.