Unrecognised Heroes

Unrecognised Heroes - the official podcast from The National Cyber Awards and National AI Awards – is here to shine a light on the people behind the progress. This series is dedicated to celebrating the unrecognised heroes driving real impact across cybersecurity and artificial intelligence in the UK. These are the minds shaping the future—often quietly, always powerfully. Through candid conversations with our award winners, finalists, and UK leading voices from across the sectors, we explore not just what they do, but why they do it. Expect honest reflections on their journeys, insights into evolving threats and innovations, and thought-provoking discussions on the ethical, societal, and technical questions shaping tomorrow. What makes Unrecognised Heroes different? It’s not just about the accolades - it’s about the people. We dig beneath the headlines to reveal the human stories behind the breakthroughs, celebrating individual achievement while opening up broader conversations about