Ever wonder if hype cycles fuel genuine innovation or just add to the noise?

In this lively Episode 23 of Cyber After Hours—titled “Do Hype Cycles Help or Hurt?”—Evan and Paul kick things off with some personal updates and practical productivity pointers (including a radical approach to inbox management) before tackling one of tech’s most debated topics: are hype cycles driving us forward or holding us back?

Throughout the conversation, they chat about the evolution of network security, share personal tales about missteps in tech, and shed light on why acronyms in the industry can sometimes feel like code words for confusion.

From the promise of next-gen firewalls to the realities of cloud adoption costs and Zero Trust implementations, this episode challenges the gap between marketing buzz and actual results.

Evan and Paul don’t just highlight what’s overhyped; they also explore the critical thinking needed to extract genuine value from emerging trends.

By the end, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas on how to manage email overload, a clearer perspective on what’s real versus what’s hype in cybersecurity, and a reminder that true innovation should solve actual problems—not just invent new acronyms.

Tune in, join the conversation, and decide for yourself whether hype cycles are the spark that ignites progress or simply another tech distraction!

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