THEOS Cybernova – Kate Fazzini: Cyber Journalism, Crisis Comms & the Power of Storytelling

THEOS Cybernova

How do journalists uncover the truth behind cybercrime? What makes or breaks a company’s crisis response? And why does storytelling matter in cybersecurity?

In this episode, Kate Fazzini, cybersecurity journalist, author, and former reporter for The Wall Street Journal and CNBC, joins Paul Jackson for a deep dive into cyber journalism, crisis communications, and the evolving battle against misinformation.

From major breaches to geopolitical cyber conflicts, Kate shares insights from her reporting career, the role of PR in cyber crises, and the challenges of attribution in cyber warfare. She also discusses her book, Kingdom of Lies: Unnerving Adventures in the World of Cybercrime, and why storytelling is such a critical skill in cybersecurity.

Kate breaks down the importance of clear, effective communication in high-stakes cyber incidents and how organizations can be better prepared when things go sideways.

A must-listen for cybersecurity pros, media insiders, and anyone curious about the way cyber stories are told—and why they matter.

Production Credits:

Presented by: Paul Jackson
Studio Engineer & Editor: Roy D'Monte
Executive Producers: Paul Jackson and Ian Carless
Co-produced by: Theos Cyber and W4 Podcast Studio

Chapitres

1. Podcast Introduction & Guest Welcome (00:00:00)

2. Kate's Diverse Career Background (00:02:05)

3. The Power of Storytelling in Technology (00:05:42)

4. PR vs Journalism in Cybersecurity (00:11:34)

5. Social Media Misinformation Challenges (00:16:42)

6. Attribution in Cyber Attacks (00:22:54)

7. Kingdom of Lies: Writing About Cybercrime (00:30:33)

8. Closing Thoughts and Music Discussion (00:36:03)