Smarter Online Safety with Jocelyn King

How Criminals Are Using AI Against YOU (And How to Fight Back)

🚨 Deepfakes are here—and they’re targeting YOU. In this eye-opening episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, host Jocelyn King sits down with Dr. Ilke Demir, world-renowned AI & deepfake detection expert, to uncover the shocking realities of artificial intelligence in the wrong hands.
🎧 What you’ll discover in this episode:
* How AI-powered deepfakes are tricking CEOs, courts & even families* Real-life stories of multi-million dollar scams pulled off with AI voices & videos* Why over 80% of hacks come from human error—and how criminals exploit it* Cutting-edge tools like FakeCatcher & Cauth.AI that fight back in real time* The future of content authenticity & provenance (C2PA)* Simple, powerful steps YOU can take to spot fakes and stay safe online
👩‍💻 Dr. Ilke Demir (Intel Labs, ex-Pixar, ex-Facebook) is one of the leading voices in AI, computer vision, and content authenticity. Her groundbreaking work is protecting governments, companies, and everyday people from the dark side of AI.
🔥 Don’t miss this conversation—it could literally save you from your next scam call or fake video.
📲 Listen now and learn how to protect yourself in the age of AI!

Is AI Going Too Fast for Our Own Good? What Ethics Say About It!

Join us on this mind-blowing episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast featuring Beth Rudden, CEO & Chairwoman of Bast.AI, IBM Distinguished Engineer, and a trailblazer in AI ethics and cybersecurity! With 20+ years of experience, Beth unveils how AI, ethics, and cybersecurity intersect in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape.
In this episode, we dive into:✅ What AI Ethics really means and why it’s crucial for our future✅ The urgent balance between rapid AI advancements & cybersecurity risks✅ Real stories on social engineering, deepfakes, and cybercriminal tactics✅ How corporate cybersecurity fails and the power of proactive defense✅ The hidden “hacker’s playbook” and ethical hacking insights for all ages✅ Parenting & education tips to protect your family in an AI-driven world✅ Secrets to recognizing fake calls from “loved ones” in an era of voice AI✅ The future of human-AI interaction and why critical thinking is our best defense
💡 Whether you're a tech professional, a parent, a student, or a curious mind, this episode is packed with life-saving tips, eye-opening insights, and expert advice to navigate the AI revolution safely and ethically.
👉 Connect with Beth Rudden at Bast AI : http://bast.ai
📚 Grab her book: AI For The Rest Of Us : https://aifortherestofus.us

Could AI Fake a Call from Your Child? Here’s How to Tell!

🚨 Think your social media is safe? Think again! In this eye-opening episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, Silicon Valley pioneer & cybersecurity expert Lloyd Taylor exposes the hidden truths about how platforms use (and sell!) your data, the scams you don’t see coming, and the AI-powered fraud that’s tricking even the smartest people.
💡 Discover:
* Why YOU are the product on social media — and how to protect your privacy* The most common online scams (and how to spot them instantly)* The “passphrase” secret hackers hate* How to safeguard your kids in the digital age without becoming a helicopter parent* AI deepfake dangers and how to verify before you trust
Lloyd has helped powerhouses like Google, LinkedIn, and Autodesk stay secure — now he’s sharing his top tactics so YOU can survive the dark alleys of cyberspace.

Is Your IT Guy Lying to You? The Hidden Dangers of Modern Tech Support!

Your IT guy might not be protecting you… and your smart devices might already be spying on you. 😱 In this explosive episode of the Smarter Online Safety Podcast, we sit down with Justin Shelley, cybersecurity expert and CEO of Phoenix IT Advisors, to uncover what most businesses, families, and even IT professionals are doing wrong when it comes to digital safety.
🔐 What you'll learn:✅ The critical difference between IT and real cybersecurity✅ How AI is accelerating cybercrime — and why it's a double-edged sword✅ The terrifying truth about backups: why ransomware keeps coming back✅ How your webcam, drone, and even Roomba could be violating your privacy✅ The 3 threats every small business MUST prepare for✅ Easy steps to protect your data, your family, and your future
📢 If you’re a business owner, parent, or just someone who uses tech — this episode could literally save you thousands.
🎯 Don't wait until it's too late — watch now, like, comment, and share to protect your network and your loved ones.
📌 Check out Justin Shelley’s work:👉 https://phoenixitadvisors.com

How Hackers Can Take Down a Nation – Starting With YOUR Wi-Fi Router

Your smart home isn’t just smart — it might be spying on you.
In this eye-opening episode of the Smarter Online Safety podcast, host Jocelyn King speaks with renowned cybersecurity expert Adriel Desautels, who reveals how everyday IoT devices like your air fryer, drone, and even your Roomba could be compromising your safety — and your data.
With 20+ years of cyber warfare experience, Adriel shares jaw-dropping real-world hacks, explains how foreign adversaries are collecting data through consumer electronics, and gives simple, powerful steps you can take TODAY to protect yourself.
🎯 In this episode, you'll learn:
* What the Internet of Things (IoT) really is — and why it’s more dangerous than you think* Why your Wi-Fi router may be the weakest link in your digital life* How “smart” toys and devices are sending data to foreign governments* The truth about cyber warfare — and how YOU are caught in the crossfire* 5 easy ways to make your home network more secure RIGHT NOW
🚨 Take action today: Visit smarteronlinesafety.com to join our free Cyber Safety Challenge!Let us help you get 10x safer in just 3 days — no tech skills required.

Digital Defense Playbook: Inside the Mind of a Cybersecurity Pro

🚨 Think You're Safe Online? Think Again! 🚨
In this eye-opening episode of Smarter Online Safety, cybersecurity expert Anshuman Bhartiya (AppSec Tech Lead at Lyft and host of The Boring AppSec Podcast) joins Jocelyn King to reveal the shocking truth behind how hackers break in — and how YOU can stop them! 😱
From sneaky SMS scams to password reuse traps, Anshuman breaks down real-life attacks and shares simple yet powerful tools like password managers, 2FA, and red-blue team strategies to help you protect your digital life. Discover the #1 mistake even smart professionals make, how AI is being weaponized by cybercriminals, and why your forgotten accounts might be your biggest threat.
💥 Whether you're a busy parent, startup founder, or Fortune 100 exec — this is the online safety guide you didn’t know you needed. Learn about tools like HaveIBeenPwned.com , how to freeze your credit, and insider tips from the cybersecurity front lines.
🌐 Connect with Anshuman at : https://www.anshumanbhartiya.com/

Deepfakes, SIM Swaps & Billion-Dollar Hacks — The Dark Side of AI!

🚨 Cybercrime is exploding — and AI is adding fuel to the fire! 🧠💻In this powerful episode of Smarter Online Safety, cybersecurity powerhouse Lisa Ventura (founder of Cybersecurity Unity & award-winning author) joins host Jocelyn King to reveal shocking truths about today’s cyber threats — and what you must do now to stay safe.
Discover why small businesses are the #1 target, how hackers use AI deepfakes & SIM swap attacks, and why everyone — from executives to everyday consumers — is part of #GenerationCyber. 📱⚠️ Learn practical tips to protect your data, secure your accounts with strong passwords and authenticator apps, and why even big retailers aren’t immune from billion-dollar hacks.
💡 Plus: Lisa explains the rise of AI in cybersecurity — both as a tool for hackers and as a powerful weapon to stop them. Find out how AI helps detect phishing, protect supply chains, and guard your sensitive data.
👩‍💻 Whether you’re a business owner, a parent, or just someone shopping online, this episode is packed with life-saving online safety tips, inspiring stories, and real-world stats. Don't miss Lisa's advice on careers in cyber, helping women and neurodiverse individuals break into tech, and her vision for a safer digital world.

Juice‑Jacking, Tailgating & Insider Threats: Shocking Real‑World Cyber Attacks!

🌍✈️ 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! 🔒✨
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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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