Welcome to the <b>InfoSec to Insanity Podcast</b>, a wild, unfiltered ride through the crazy world of information security. Hosted by the legendary Evan Francen—the man on a mission to fix the broken InfoSec industry—you’ll get straight talk, insane stories, and no-nonsense advice on how we can make real change in cybersecurity.Evan is no stranger to breaking down tough topics, with over 30 years of practical InfoSec experience, founding FRSecure and SecurityStudio, and helping the world make sense of security risks. He’s also written UNSECURITY, where he tells it like it is—our industry is failing, but it’s fixable. If you’ve ever felt like InfoSec was more chaos than clarity, then this podcast is exactly what you need.Why Tune In?<br /><ul><li><b>Candid Conversations</b>: No fluff, no corporate BS. Just real talk about the state of security.</li><li><b>Battle Stories</b>: Evan’s got tales—from advising on the infamous Target breach to helping protect companies like Wells Fargo and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.</li><li><b>Fixing the Industry</b>: Join us as we tackle the tough questions: Why do breaches keep happening? What’s wrong with InfoSec? And how can we fix it?</li><li><b>Fun and Relatable</b>: Evan brings his humor, hacker mindset, and love for diving into problems head-on—sometimes literally when he’s out scuba diving or tearing down a motorcycle!</li></ul>This podcast isn’t your standard cybersecurity chat. It’s a mix of tech talk, leadership insight, and just the right amount of insanity. Whether you’re a seasoned InfoSec pro or just trying to keep your company safe, there’s something for everyone here.
InfoSec to Insanity
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Welcome to the <b>InfoSec to Insanity Podcast</b>, a wild, unfiltered ride through the crazy world of information security. Hosted by the legendary Evan Francen—the man on a mission to fix the broken InfoSec industry—you’ll get straight talk, insane stories, and no-nonsense advice on how we can make real change in cybersecurity.Evan is no stranger to breaking down tough topics, with over 30 years of practical InfoSec experience, founding FRSecure and SecurityStudio, and helping the world make sense of security risks. He’s also written UNSECURITY, where he tells it like it is—our industry is failing, but it’s fixable. If you’ve ever felt like InfoSec was more chaos than clarity, then this podcast is exactly what you need.Why Tune In?<br /><ul><li><b>Candid Conversations</b>: No fluff, no corporate BS. Just real talk about the state of security.</li><li><b>Battle Stories</b>: Evan’s got tales—from advising on the infamous Target breach to helping protect companies like Wells Fargo and Blue Cross/Blue Shield.</li><li><b>Fixing the Industry</b>: Join us as we tackle the tough questions: Why do breaches keep happening? What’s wrong with InfoSec? And how can we fix it?</li><li><b>Fun and Relatable</b>: Evan brings his humor, hacker mindset, and love for diving into problems head-on—sometimes literally when he’s out scuba diving or tearing down a motorcycle!</li></ul>This podcast isn’t your standard cybersecurity chat. It’s a mix of tech talk, leadership insight, and just the right amount of insanity. Whether you’re a seasoned InfoSec pro or just trying to keep your company safe, there’s something for everyone here.
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Recent Episodes
September 16, 2025
Episode #47 - We’re Addicted to Short-Term Thinking (And It’s Screwing Us All)
Evan Francen and Matt Goodacre explore the pervasive issue of short-term thinking and its detrimental effects on cybersecurity, business strategy, and personal well-being.
September 8, 2025
Episode #46 - Selling Fear – Why the Cybersecurity Industry Loves the Chaos
Evan Francen and Matt Goodacre discuss how the cybersecurity industry profits from fear and confusion, revealing the business model behind selling uncertainty.
August 26, 2025
Episode #45 - Breach? Jackpot. How the Legal System Profits from Failure
Evan Francen, a 30+ year InfoSec expert, and Matt discuss how the legal system profits from cybersecurity failures through class-action lawsuits, interviewing Francen on the topic.
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