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Jocelyn King – "The Queen of Online Safety
Welcome to Smarter Online Safety: Protect, Empower, Transform—your go-to channel for digital security, AI productivity, and digital transformation. As cyber fraud, identity theft, and AI-driven risks grow, Jocelyn King, “The Queen of Online Safety,” is here to help you stay secure and thrive. A Top 10 Woman in Cybersecurity, speaker, and educator, she has been featured on Dr. Phil, prime-time news, international radio, and top podcasts. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Protect yourself & your family from cyber fraud ✔️ Secure your devices, data & online accounts ✔️ Leverage AI for business, leadership & productivity ✔️ Strategic insights for CEOs & leaders navigating digital change ✔️ The future of cybersecurity & digital transformation 🔹 More than just cybersecurity—this channel is your safe digital transformation encyclopedia!
7 hours ago
7 hours ago
🌍✈️ Ever wondered how to truly stay cyber‑safe while traveling the world? Meet Polly Gitau — Top Cyber Security Woman of the World 2024, ethical hacker, AI ethics advocate, and VP at the Global Council for Responsible AI! In this powerful conversation with host Jocelyn King on the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, Polly reveals jaw‑dropping stories of insider threats, USB juice‑jacking, and how hackers REALLY target travelers. 🛡️💻
Discover:✅ Why women are transforming cybersecurity worldwide✅ Shocking real‑life hacking tricks from airports to hotels✅ How to protect your data from invisible threats while traveling✅ Polly’s inspiring journey from Kenya to global cyber leadership✅ Ethical hacking, forensic investigations & fighting cyber crime from the inside
Whether you’re a business traveler, digital nomad, or just curious about cybersecurity, this episode is your frontline defense! 🔒✨
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay ahead in the fight against cyber crime!
Polly's Bio : Polly Gitau is a renowned cybersecurity leader driven by a singular mission to shape a safer, more trustworthy digital world. Over the past decade, she has worked across both public and private sectors, partnering with governments, financial institutions, healthcare providers and technology vendors to strengthen compliance with global cybersecurity standards and foster a culture where every stakeholder shares responsibility for digital resilience. Today, Polly serves as Vice President of the Germany Chapter for the Global Council for Responsible AI, an organization committed to ensuring that artificial intelligence is developed, deployed, and governed in a manner that is ethical, responsible, secure, and aligned with global public interest.
Her career journey has taken her through high-impact roles in organizations such as CYRES Consulting Services, SAP, KPMG and Siemens AG. At CYRES, she tackled automotive cybersecurity by developing Cyber Security Management System gap-assessment tools and aligning OEMs and suppliers with ISO/SAE 21434, UN R 155, NIST and Auto-ISAC standards; at SAP she championed cybersecurity and data-privacy compliance activities, at KPMG she built resilience across more than fifteen East African institutions, mapping maturity to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, drafting GDPR- and ISO 27001-aligned policies and contributing to Kenya’s Central Bank cybersecurity guidelines. Outside her day-to-day work, Polly gives back through leadership and mentorship, contributing to the Cloud Security Alliance AI Control Matrix working group, serving on the Automotive Security Research Group’s Vulnerability Management Committee and mentoring multiple cohorts of CyberGirls Fellows by CyberSafe Foundation. Her global impact has been recognized with top honors including Top Cybersecurity Woman of the World 2024, WISF Power 100 Honoree 2024, finalist in the Cybersecurity Woman of the Year Awards 2022, IFSEC Global’s One to Watch 2021 and finalist among Africa’s Top 50 Women in Cyber Security 2020.
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7 days ago
7 days ago
🎙️ What really happens when cyberbullying goes too far? 🤯 Join host Jocelyn King with crime-fighting duo Art Bowker & Todd Shipley—award-winning experts in cybercrime, digital forensics, and law enforcement—as they reveal shocking truths about cyberbullying, cyberstalking, and online harassment! 🚨👀
💡 Discover how a single harmless comment can spiral into terrifying stalking, why seniors and kids are top targets, and the legal blind spots nobody talks about! 📲⚖️👉 Learn real strategies to protect yourself & your family, the warning signs of victimization, and why going silent online isn't always the best answer.
🛡️ Whether you're a parent, cybersecurity pro, or just someone who scrolls social media daily—you NEED to hear this!
Connect with Art Bowker and Todd G. Shipley : https://thecybersafetyguys.blog/
✨ Featuring insights from their must-read books:
📕 Surviving a Cyber Attack : https://www.amazon.com/Surviving-Cyberattack-Securing-Social-Protecting/dp/1501523120
📘 Investigating Internet Crimes : https://www.amazon.com/Investigating-Internet-Crimes-Introduction-Cyberspace/dp/0124078176
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Are you using ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or any Generative AI to write books, create business plans, or invent new products? STOP and watch this before you risk your ideas, your business, or your reputation!
In this eye-opening episode, top cybersecurity expert and attorney Abraham Kang, Esq., reveals the shocking legal risks and copyright traps that EVERY author, entrepreneur, and company leader must know in 2025. Discover why AI-generated content may be instantly public domain, how a simple AI prompt could destroy your copyright or patent claims, and the hidden dangers that could leak your company’s secrets.
Don’t let your hard work vanish into the digital void—find out how to safely use AI, protect your inventions, and stay ahead of the law in this fast-changing world. Subscribe now for more viral insights on Generative AI, cybersecurity, intellectual property, and the legal pitfalls nobody else is talking about!
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Wednesday Jun 11, 2025
Are you SURE that text from the DMV is real? Scammers are getting smarter—can you keep up? In this special episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, host Jocelyn King breaks down a real scam text targeting California drivers (and people everywhere!). Learn exactly how hackers use panic tactics, fake logos, and realistic websites to steal your info—and what red flags you MUST watch for!
🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
The latest tricks scammers are using in 2025
How fake DMV texts & websites can fool even the smartest people
Key warning signs: Suspicious country codes, fake .gov URLs, and more
Simple steps to protect yourself and your family from online fraud
What happens if you click that sketchy link—real expert insights!
Don’t get caught! Your safety online matters. Watch till the end and share this with everyone you care about—help them stay smarter, safer, and scam-proof!
If you found this helpful, smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more scam-spotting tips, and COMMENT below:❓ Have you ever received a fake text or email? What did you do? Share your story!
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
🚨 STOP Sending Texts Until You Watch This! 🚨
How safe are your private messages REALLY? In this explosive episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, cybersecurity legend Dan Tentler (CTO of FOBOS Group, ethical hacker, IMDB-credited Watch Dogs 2 consultant) joins host Jocelyn King to unmask the truth about Signal, Wire, and modern secure messaging!
What's the real story behind government officials using Signal?
* Is Signal really unhackable?* How does end-to-end encryption REALLY work—and can it be broken?* Are your “disappearing messages” really gone forever?* Why are knockoff apps and fake versions so dangerous?
PLUS: Real talk on why Telegram and WhatsApp might NOT be as secure as you think! Practical tips to protect yourself from hackers, malware, and social engineering—straight from the experts.
🔥 What You'll Learn:
* The TRUTH about SMS, RCS, and unencrypted texts (prepare to be shocked!)* The “Axolotl” protocol that makes Signal the gold standard* The single biggest mistake most users make (and how to fix it)* How hackers REALLY try to steal your messages (it's NOT how you think!)* Why your weakest link isn’t the app... it’s your friends and family!* Step-by-step tips to spot and avoid fake Signal apps
💥 Don’t let your private conversations end up on a billboard!Protect yourself, your family, and your business today—listen NOW and become a privacy pro!
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
In this must-watch episode, host Jocelyn King sits down with renowned cybersecurity and AI expert Walter Haydock—the founder & CEO of StackAware, Harvard Business School graduate, and former Marine Corps intelligence officer. Walter has protected everything from Fortune 100 companies to national security assets, and today he’s sharing his insider knowledge with you!
🔥 What You'll Discover:
* The 3 key ways AI is changing cybersecurity—for better and for worse!* Real-world stories of AI hacking, “unintended training” nightmares, and how even giant companies like Amazon have fallen victim!* The truth about nonhuman identities (NHIs): Why your next customer service agent might not be human—and what that means for your safety!* The ONE thing every business and solopreneur must do today to avoid catastrophic data breaches (hint: it’s shockingly simple)!* The rising dangers of deepfakes and voice cloning—could you spot a scam if it sounded just like your loved one?* Simple, powerful safety steps for everyone—from CEOs to everyday consumers—to keep your digital life secure!
🤔 Top Questions Answered:
* How can you tell if an AI system is stealing your data?* What is “unintended training”—and are you a victim without even knowing it?* How should companies and families defend against AI-powered scams and deepfakes?* Why is regulation of AI such a hot topic, and what laws are coming?* What simple “passphrase trick” can save your family from being scammed?
💡 Actionable Takeaways:✔️ Turn on 2-Factor Authentication—now!✔️ Create secret family passphrases to fight AI-powered scams!✔️ Learn how to think critically about every digital interaction.✔️ Get Walter’s proven tips for businesses, small business owners, and consumers.
🔗 Resources & Links:
* Connect with Walter on LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/walter-haydock/* Twitter/X : https://twitter.com/Walter_Haydock* Learn more at StackAware.com
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
Think you’d never fall for a phone scam? Think again. In this eye-opening episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, host Jocelyn King welcomes back cybersecurity expert Chris Hadnagy, founder of Social-Engineer.com, to expose the psychology behind the surge in fake IRS calls and tax relief scams.
You’ll hear:
A real scam call that’s tricking thousands
Why hope and fear are the perfect bait for scammers
How modern fraudsters use American voices, legit-sounding call centers, and even job ads to lure in victims
Simple, critical steps to protect yourself, your data, and your money
💡 Whether you're a high-net-worth professional, an entrepreneur, or just trying to stay scam-free, this episode is packed with actionable tips that can save your finances—and your sanity.
📞 If you've ever received a call about tax relief, this episode could save you thousands.
👇 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear this!
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
🔒 Ready to stop hackers in their tracks? In this episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, host Jocelyn King welcomes back cybersecurity expert Todd Mitchell—by popular demand! Todd breaks down the overwhelming world of digital security into clear, easy-to-follow steps you can take today to protect your phone and computer from cyber threats.
Whether you're confused about permissions, unsure about antivirus software, or wondering if Face ID is actually safe—this episode has answers. 💡
👀 What you’ll learn:
The most overlooked settings on your phone and computer
Whether built-in protections like Windows Defender are enough
Smart tips for downloading apps safely
Why VPNs aren’t the magic solution we think they are
How to lock down your devices without being a tech expert
✅ Watch now to take charge of your digital safety—one simple step at a time. It’s time to outsmart the scammers and feel confident online.
🔁 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with anyone who uses a phone or computer (so...everyone!).
Jocelyn King is a leading cybersecurity expert, educator, and advocate for online safety. Recognized as a Top 10 Woman in Cybersecurity, she is a sought-after speaker and podcaster, featured on Dr. Phil’s primetime news, morning shows, and international media.
Jocelyn’s expertise stems from personal experience—after cybercriminals hacked her network, stole her identity, and devastated her personal and financial life, she rebuilt from the ground up. Determined to help others, she collaborated with top cybersecurity experts, mastering cybercrime prevention and recovery. She then created the Better Online Safety Simplified (BOSS) System, making digital protection as intuitive as locking your front door.
As a trusted advisor to global leaders and organizations, Jocelyn has educated audiences across all seven continents (yes, even Antarctica). She holds a B.S. from the University of San Francisco and an MBA from Saint Mary’s College of California. She divides her time between Silicon Valley, Las Vegas, and international engagements.