Are you safe from the new wave of AI scams in 2026? In this episode of Smarter Online Safety, host Jocelyn King sits down with professional threat hunter Travis Simcox to reveal the terrifying truth about how cybercriminals are using artificial intelligence to hack your psychology, not just your computer.

From AI-powered phishing kits that send millions of emails a week to adversary-in-the-middle (AiTM) attacks that bypass MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication), we break down the high-tech tools used by modern cyber crime rings.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

* The 2026 AI Threat Landscape: How social engineering is evolving with AI voices and automated bots. * Browser-in-the-Browser Attacks: A simple "drag test" to spot a fake login window instantly. * MFA Interception: How scammers trick you into giving up your one-time password (OTP) through fake bank calls. * Check Fraud for Gen Z: Why the "funds availability" policy is being weaponized against younger people. * The Passkey Solution: Why Passkeys are currently your best defense against sophisticated phishing.

Don't wait until your account is drained. Learn the cybersecurity habits and threat research insights you need to stay ahead of the curve.

Are you unknowingly giving away more data than you think?

In Part 2 of The Smarter Online Safety Show, host Jocelyn King continues her powerful conversation with Charly Leetham, 40-year tech veteran and trusted “tech wrangler,” diving even deeper into the practical side of protecting yourself online.

If Part 1 exposed how privacy has changed, Part 2 is all about what you can actually do about it.

Charly shares simple, actionable steps to take back control of your digital life—without overwhelm, tech jargon, or scare tactics. From smart device settings to everyday habits that dramatically lower your risk, this episode is your practical guide to staying safe in an AI-powered world.

In this episode, you’ll learn: - The simple privacy settings most people forget to check - How to reduce your digital footprint without disappearing from the internet - The truth about “free” apps and what they’re really collecting - Smart ways to manage passwords (without driving yourself crazy) - How to protect yourself from social engineering attacks - Why convenience is often the biggest security risk - What to do if you think your data has already been exposed - How to build long-term digital confidence for you and your family

This episode is about empowerment—not paranoia. Because staying safe online doesn’t require being technical… it requires being aware.

Connect with Charly: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ask_charly_leetham Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AskCharlyLeetham/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlyleetham/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/yourbizmgr Website: https://askcharlyleetham.com/

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Are you really private online anymore?

If you’ve ever searched for something once—and then watched ads for it follow you across the internet—this episode is for you.

In this episode of The Smarter Online Safety Show, host Jocelyn King sits down with Charly Leetham, a 40-year tech veteran and self-described “tech wrangler,” to unpack what online privacy actually looks like in today’s AI-driven, data-tracking world.

From the days of dial-up and cassette tapes to modern AI and cybercrime, Charly has truly seen it all. She shares practical, real-world guidance—without jargon or fear tactics—to help everyday people stay safe, sane, and secure online.

In this episode, you’ll learn: -Why online “privacy” isn’t what it used to be -How marketers and hackers track your data—and how to limit it -The danger of upgrading too fast… and the even bigger risk of skipping updates -Why hackers love software release notes -What personal information you should never share online -How to spot red flags when websites ask for your details -Simple habits that can dramatically reduce your risk of identity theft -How AI is changing cybercrime—and how to stay protected without being technical

Connect with Charly: -Intagram: https://www.instagram.com/ask_charly_leetham -Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AskCharlyLeetham/ -LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlyleetham/ -Twitter: https://x.com/yourbizmgr -Website: https://askcharlyleetham.com/

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How can parents keep kids safe online without fear or constant conflict? 📱👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

In this episode of Smarter Online Safety, host Jocelyn King sits down with internationally recognized parenting expert Sue Atkins to talk about raising confident, safe kids in today’s digital world.

They cover age-appropriate screen time, how to spot early signs of cyberbullying and online harm, and simple ways to have ongoing conversations with kids about online safety—without scaring them or shutting them down.

You’ll learn:

1. Online safety tips for kids at different ages 2. What warning signs parents should watch for 3. How to talk to kids about online risks calmly 4. Why connection matters more than control 5. This episode is a must-watch for parents, caregivers, and anyone supporting children online.

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Connect with Sue Atkins: Website: https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/ Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/sueatkins

In this powerful episode of Smarter Online Safety, Jocelyn King talks with Roger Canaff — former New York City special victims prosecutor, survivor advocate, and legal thriller author — about how predators operate online, the rise of AI “nudify” tools, and concrete steps parents and caregivers can take to protect kids and support survivors. What you’ll hear in this episode: 1. Roger’s path into special-victims work and what motivates him. 2. How grooming typically happens online (gaming, Discord, Snapchat, etc.). 3. Top warning signs parents should watch for and how to start the conversation with kids. 4. The frightening reality of generative-AI “nudify” tools and their impact on young people and adults. 5. Practical advice for intervention, recovery-focused goals, and when to involve law enforcement. Key takeaways: 1. Prevention starts with openness: keep communication and boundaries clear from an early age. 2. Most online grooming begins as friendship — teach kids to spot secrecy, emotional manipulation, and “lover grooming.” 3. Generative-AI tools make exploitation faster and easier; anonymity and peer perpetrators complicate response. 4. Healing and survivor empowerment are as important (often more important) than conviction statistics. 👉 Watch the full episode on our channel and subscribe for weekly practical, non-technical online safety guidance. Connect with Roger Canaff: Website: https://www.rogercanaff.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-canaff-9b8689a Books: https://www.rogercanaff.com/books If someone is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services. To report child sexual exploitation or receive guidance, contact your country’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force or the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Support the show If this episode helped you, please: 👍 Like this video 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell for new episodes 💬 Comment below: what topic would you like us to cover next? 🔁 Share this episode with parents, educators, and caregivers #SmarterOnlineSafety #OnlineSafety #ChildProtection #CyberSafety #AIandSafety

Protect what matters — not everything. In this episode David Cruz (El Maestro) breaks cybersecurity down into a simple, practical model: Risk → Behavior → Practice. Perfect for CEOs, small business owners, parents — anyone who wants real protection without the tech overwhelm.

Episode highlights

1. A simple framework to decide what to protect and how much to spend. 2. Why metadata & “oversharing” are bigger risks than most people realize. 3. Practical tips: backups, two-factor authentication, email = postcard, and how to limit collection of PII. 4. Real-world examples: social account takeovers, IoT risks (fish tank/casino story), and small business vulnerabilities.

Key takeaways • Start by asking: What are you most afraid of? (align protection to the real risk) • Don’t collect data you don’t need — fewer data = less risk. • Treat email like a postcard — encrypt sensitive files. • Use 2-factor authentication and secure default configs on cameras/IoT. • Focus on protecting the systems that support your highest revenue/value.

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Smarter Online Safety — Jocelyn King with Daphne Ng A frank, non-technical conversation about how AI (voice cloning & deepfakes) is changing scams — including a $25M corporate fraud case — and what everyday people and teams can do right now to protect themselves.

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Key takeaways:

1. Scams scale faster today by layering social engineering with mass tech channels (WhatsApp, Telegram, social). 2. Attackers specifically target distracted people during life changes — success rates rise dramatically. 3. Deepfakes and voice cloning are now good enough to fake meetings and trick finance teams (real $25M loss example). 4. New rule: “I’ll believe it when I verify it.” Implement offline passphrases, SOPs, and a culture of pausing/second-opinion. 5. Never transfer money or buy gift cards based on unsolicited DMs or urgent requests — that’s almost always a scam.

Practical actions you can take today

1. Agree on an offline passphrase with family & key colleagues (don’t store it digitally). 2. Build a “pause & verify” SOP: stop, ask a colleague, confirm by a separate channel. 3. Treat requests for gift cards as a red flag. 4. Limit or avoid voice-only authentication where possible. Use multi-factor and vetted biometric systems. 5. Educate new hires on SOPs and social-engineering red flags.

Connect with the guest: Daphne Ng — Head of International Business (LinkedIn): https://sg.linkedin.com/in/daphne-ng-cyber

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Grant McCracken joins Jocelyn King on this episode of Smarter Online Safety to demystify bug bounties, penetration testing, AI security and the human mistakes that fuel most breaches. If you want practical, non-technical advice for protecting your business (or the businesses you rely on), this is the episode to watch.

What we cover:

1. What a bug bounty is and why it works (even for small teams) 2. How bug bounties compare to pen tests and why crowdsourced testing scales better 3. Why over 60% of breaches start with human error — and what to do about it 4. Credential stuffing, MFA, phishing and the human layer of risk 5. Risks and realities of AI-generated code (and “vibe coding”) 6. Practical steps small businesses can take today

Key takeaways:

1. Invite ethical hackers — it’s often cheaper and more effective than you think. 2. Protect the human layer: phishing training + MFA = huge risk reduction. 3. AI helps speed development — but don’t skip security checks. Prompting alone isn’t a silver bullet. 4.Small businesses should adopt basic frameworks, vendor controls, and vulnerability disclosure practices.

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Connect with Grant McCracken: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantmccracken

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