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The UK's leading small business cybersecurity podcast, helping SMEs protect against cyber threats without breaking the bank.
Join cybersecurity veterans Noel Bradford (CIO at Boutique Security First MSP) and Mauven MacLeod (ex-UK Government Cyber Analyst) as they translate enterprise-level security expertise into practical, affordable solutions for UK small businesses.
🎯 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
- Cyber Essentials certification guidance
- Protecting against ransomware & phishing attacks
- GDPR compliance for small businesses
- Supply chain & third-party security risks
- Cloud security & remote work protection
- Budget-friendly cybersecurity tools & strategies
🏆 PERFECT FOR:
- UK small business owners (5-50 employees)
- Startup founders & entrepreneurs
- SME managers responsible for IT security
- Professional services firms
- Anyone wanting practical cyber protection advice
Every episode delivers actionable cybersecurity advice that you can implement immediately, featuring real UK case studies
The UK's leading small business cybersecurity podcast, helping SMEs protect against cyber threats without breaking the bank.
Join cybersecurity veterans Noel Bradford (CIO at Boutique Security First MSP) and Mauven MacLeod (ex-UK Government Cyber Analyst) as they translate enterprise-level security expertise into practical, affordable solutions for UK small businesses.
🎯 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
- Cyber Essentials certification guidance
- Protecting against ransomware & phishing attacks
- GDPR compliance for small businesses
- Supply chain & third-party security risks
- Cloud security & remote work protection
- Budget-friendly cybersecurity tools & strategies
🏆 PERFECT FOR:
- UK small business owners (5-50 employees)
- Startup founders & entrepreneurs
- SME managers responsible for IT security
- Professional services firms
- Anyone wanting practical cyber protection advice
Every episode delivers actionable cybersecurity advice that you can implement immediately, featuring real UK case studies
Episodes

Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Passwords are dead, Long live passwords
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Sunday Jun 22, 2025
Noel and Morven explain why passwords are failing us, how bad habits put us at risk, and what small businesses can do about it today. From password overload to the rise of passkeys, this episode is your practical guide to ditching old security mistakes for good.

Monday Jun 16, 2025
Patch Tuesday and the Relentless Race
Monday Jun 16, 2025
Monday Jun 16, 2025
This episode unpacks the global impact of Patch Tuesday, its evolution, and the chaos it tamed in cybersecurity. Noel and Mauven explore why patch management matters now more than ever and how attackers are always just one step behind—or sometimes ahead. Real stories and practical insights make sense of updates that affect every device in your business.

Monday Jun 09, 2025
Certification Without Security
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
This episode exposes why cyber certifications like ISO27001 and SOC 2 don’t guarantee real security. We break down the difference between frameworks and show how neglecting basic controls leaves even big brands open to attack.

Monday Jun 02, 2025
Outsmarted by Deception
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Iranian cyber attackers aren’t just hacking—they’re outsmarting and outmaneuvering defenses through psychological cunning. Noel and Morven break down the real methods behind the headlines, exposing how these groups trick even the savviest users and why old-school security training just isn’t enough anymore.