Riding the Hype Cycle

FromTechStuff

Start listening View podcast show

Riding the Hype Cycle

FromTechStuff

ratings:

Length:

41 minutes

Released:

Dec 21, 2021

Format:

Podcast episode

Description

Don't believe the hype, but believe in the hype cycle. It's a tool that describes the path a tech takes from its emergence to adoption. From 3D TVs to the metaverse, we explore how we can use the hype cycle to describe how we perceive tech.
Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Released:

Dec 21, 2021

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

TechStuff is a show about technology. And it’s not just how technology works. Join host Jonathan Strickland as he explores the people behind the tech, the companies that market it and how technology affects our lives and culture.

Skip carousel

How Web Browser Updates Work: As the capacity and complexity of the internet grows, browsers also become more complex. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the future of web browsing. by TechStuff
26 min listen
How the Merger of Sirius and XM Will Work: Satellite radio allows listeners to access radio stations without sitting through radio ads. Only two companies -- Sirius and XM Radio -- have attained a measure of success in this industry. Visit our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about the merger. by TechStuff
14 min listen
How Mp3 Files Work: Certain parts of a song can be eliminated without significantly lowering the song's quality. The MP3 does not sound exactly the same as the original CD song. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about MP3 files and audio quality. by TechStuff
5 min listen
Do violent video games lead to real violence?: Despite numerous studies, the jury's still out on violence in video games: do they make gamers more likely to commit violent acts, or function as a means of catharsis? Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about violence and video games. by TechStuff
23 min listen
What are the different ways you can print without wires?: Wired devices are literally leashed to a network, and connecting devices can be very frustrating. With wireless printing, users are no longer tied down by cables and cords. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about wireless printing. by TechStuff
14 min listen
The TechStuff Christmas List: Listen in as the TechStuff team reviews the latest round of sleek and super-advanced technology (just in time for Christmas) in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. by TechStuff
25 min listen
How Dean Kamen Works: Although inventor Dean Kamen is best known for the Segway, he holds more than 440 patents and conducts educational programs across the nation to encourage young scientists. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about this remarkable inventor. by TechStuff
19 min listen
How LCDs Work: You probably use items containing an LCD (liquid crystal display) every day. This technology can be found in laptops computers, digital clocks, ovens and CD players. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how these LCDs work. by TechStuff
9 min listen
How E-books Work: The digital revolution is changing the way audiences encounter media and entertainment. Conventional books are no exception. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the advent of e-book technology. by TechStuff
21 min listen
How Twitter Works: In May of 2008, Twitter received another 15 million dollars in venture capital funding. This increase reflects the growing interest in micro blogging -- messages with 160 characters or less. Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about Twitter. by TechStuff
6 min listen
Whatever happened to virtual reality?: Several years ago, the world buzzed with rumors of fully interactive virtual reality just around the corner. Whatever happened to this immersive, innovative technology? Listen in as the HowStuffWorks podcasters take a look at virtual reality. by TechStuff
24 min listen
How much electricity does the Internet use?: It's hard to determine how much electricity the Internet consumes, but Jonathan and Chris are willing to try. Join them as they discuss the many factors that affect Internet energy consumption in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by TechStuff
29 min listen
How Internet Trolls Work: On the internet, a 'troll' is an individual with an overwhelming desire to stir up trouble with inflammatory comments and images. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about internet trolls. by TechStuff
24 min listen
How E-voting Works: Generally speaking, e-voting refers to both the electronic means of casting a vote and the electronic means of tabulating votes. Will this become the future of voting? Check out our HowStuffWorks article to learn more about electronic voting. by TechStuff
14 min listen
How Printers Work: The swift evolution of printing technology has spawned several types of printers. Check out the HowStuffWorks web site to learn more about the history and future of printers. by TechStuff
15 min listen
How Niche Social Networks Work: The U.S. intelligence community is creating a social networking site for spies -- and this is just one example of the growing field of niche social networks. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about specialized social networks. by TechStuff
17 min listen
How the iPhone Works: The new Apple iPhone has several advantages, including a GPS and 3G capacity. However, the iPhone is far from perfect, and still has some disadvantages. Learn more about pros and cons of the new iPhone in our HowStuffWorks article, 'How the iPhone Works.' by TechStuff
6 min listen
Why is President Obama's Blackberry such a big deal?: After his election, Blackberry enthusiast Barack Obama faced a dilemma -- should he give up the Blackberry or break from tradition and become the first president with email? Tune in as the TechStuff crew takes a look at President Obama's Blackberry. by TechStuff
21 min listen
How E-waste Works: The hectic pace of electronic innovation has created an enormous amount of waste across the planet. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about how trashed computers and electronic waste affect the world's ecosystem. by TechStuff
17 min listen
How High-End Peripherals Work: Check out this podcast from HowStuffWorks to learn more about high-end computer peripherals, such as customizable keyboards and specialized video game consoles. by TechStuff
19 min listen
Spotlight on Vint Cerf: Vinton Cerf, often called the "father of the internet," is an extremely influential computer scientist and the chief "internet evangelist" for Google. Get the scoop on Vint Cerf's life and work in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com. by TechStuff
26 min listen
Will using multiple applications kill my computer?: Most computer users run multiple applications at the same time -- this can often cause the computer to run more slowly. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about your computer's health. by TechStuff
15 min listen
What tools do the HowStuffWorks writers use?: In this episode the Techstuff crew reviews the browsers, software and other applications they use to research podcasts and articles. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast for a behind-the-scenes look at the tech writers' tool chest. by TechStuff
25 min listen
How the Google Android Phone Will Work: After years of rumors, Google and T-Mobile are releasing a cell phone designed to use Android, Google's new open-source software platform. Tune in to this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about the development of Google Android. by TechStuff
11 min listen
How Bluetooth Works: Security is a concern in any wireless network setup. People sending sensitive information over a wireless connection need to take precautions to make sure those signals aren't intercepted. Learn more about Bluetooth security in our HowStuffWorks article. by TechStuff
11 min listen
How Digital Rights Management Works: Digital Rights Management -- or DRM -- is a method through which content providers attempt to prevent consumers from distributing content without the approval of content providers. Learn more about the DRM controversy in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. by TechStuff
23 min listen
What's difference between LCD and plasma television?: With the advent of LCD and plasma televisions, the reign of the cathode ray TV may have already ended -- but which new TV is the best? Tune in as our experts take a look at TV technology in this podcast from HowStuffWorks. by TechStuff
22 min listen
How 9-1-1 Technology Works: The 9-1-1 emergency system seems pretty straightforward -- you dial 9-1-1 and rescue teams are dispatched. But as the TechStuff guys reveal in this podcast from HowStuffWorks.com, there's a lot of technology behind the curtain. by TechStuff
25 min listen
How Bill Gates and Steve Jobs Work, Part 2: Bill Gates and Steve Jobs are giants in the computing world -- and they have more in common than you might suspect. Listen in as the Techstuff team reviews the parallels between Jobs and Gates in their first two-part podcast from HowStuffWorks. by TechStuff
26 min listen
How does the economy affect the tech sector?: As the US economy struggles, every sector of business suffers -- even the technical industries. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn more about how the economic downturn affects hi-tech companies. by TechStuff
19 min listen

More Episodes from TechStuff

Skip carousel

High Frame Rates and the Soap Opera Effect by TechStuff
41 min listen
Tech News: Tesla and Meta Investors are Not the Same by TechStuff
21 min listen
The US Passes the Anti-TikTok Bill by TechStuff
48 min listen
The Broken Arrow Episode by TechStuff
42 min listen
Tech News: Anti TikTok Bill Inches Closer to Becoming Law by TechStuff
29 min listen
It's Time to Light the Lights by TechStuff
47 min listen
TechStuff Classic: TechStuff Shreds on the Electric Guitar by TechStuff
26 min listen
Tech News: Crime, Punishment, and Generative AI by TechStuff
20 min listen
Smart Talks with IBM - The Power of Collaboration: How IBM Teams Up with Microsoft by TechStuff
13 min listen
Faking a DMCA Takedown to Boost Search Rankings by TechStuff
41 min listen
The Sad Tale of Virtual Boy by TechStuff
47 min listen
Tech News: The FCC Will Vote in Favor of Net Neutrality. Again. by TechStuff
19 min listen
My Test Image is the Centerfold by TechStuff
35 min listen
Corporate Espionage in the Tech Sector by TechStuff
49 min listen
Tech News: TikTok Strikes Back, AI Poses Threats, and Butts! by TechStuff
21 min listen
Did In-N-Out invent the Intercom? by TechStuff
35 min listen
The Weaponization of EULAs by TechStuff
38 min listen
Tech News: Tech Companies in the Hot Seat by TechStuff
29 min listen
The Rooster Teeth Story: The End? by TechStuff
46 min listen
Smart Talks with IBM - AI in Healthcare: How Generative AI Is Expanding Fertility Treatment by TechStuff
35 min listen
The Rooster Teeth Story: The Middle Bits by TechStuff
44 min listen
Tech News: US House of Reps Votes to Ban TikTok by TechStuff
47 min listen
The Rooster Teeth Story: The Beginning by TechStuff
46 min listen
Better Offline: A conversation with Ed Zitron by TechStuff
40 min listen
Tech News: OpenAI Spills the Tea on Elon Musk by TechStuff
33 min listen
A Holographic Wedding by TechStuff
46 min listen
What's Your Problem? with Jacob Goldstein: Using AI to Help Doctors Save Lives by TechStuff
42 min listen
The Tech Pioneers by TechStuff
32 min listen
Big Apps that Flopped by TechStuff
44 min listen

Related podcast episodes

Skip carousel

Machine Consciousness by TechStuff
41 min listen
TechStuff Rerun: Machine Consciousness by TechStuff
43 min listen
The Weekly Listen: Amazon's New AI Shopping Assistant, Targeted Ads at The Gym, and Miniaturizing TV | Feb 9, 2024: On today's podcast episode, we discuss how much Amazon's new shopping chatbot can move the needle, what Planet Fitness' out-of-home ad network looks like, becoming a digital mannequin to see what clothes look like on you, whether minutelong soap oper... by Behind the Numbers: an EMARKETER Podcast
40 min listen
Vivian Chan, Global Head of Digital Sales for NexTech AR Solutions: Vivian Chan, Global Head of Digital Sales for NexTech AR Solutions, discusses her vision for a future that is enabled and improved through the power of virtual and augmented reality. This episode explores the major shifts immersive technology... by Everything VR & AR
50 min listen
The Creator Mindset by Startup Hustle
53 min listen
363: Mick West | How to Debunk Conspiracy Theories: Mick West joins us to talk about his new book: Escaping the Rabbit Hole: How to Debunk Conspiracy Theories Using Facts, Logic, and Respect. by The Jordan Harbinger Show
111 min listen
Ep. 134 - Paramount Pictures’ Futurist Ted Schilowitz on VR, AR & Mixed Reality: Ted Schilowitz serves as Paramount Pictures' Futurist, as well as an advisor to the University of Nebraska’s Johnny Carson School of Emerging Media Arts. He sees himself as an explorer, with an eye toward storytelling and creativity. His modern lab rat ap by Inside Outside Innovation
29 min listen
Innovid - A TV and video ad server focused on creative management and measurement by Marketecture: Get Smart. Fast.
9 min listen
Walk, Run, Jump in Virtual Reality - with Virtuix’s Colton Jacobs: Virtuix’s “Omni” 3-d treadmill is one of the first of its kind… by The AI in Business Podcast
25 min listen
Finding Startup Accelerators by Startup Hustle
44 min listen
222: Matt McCarthy | The Race to Stop a Superbug Epidemic: Jordan interviews Superbugs: The Race to Stop an Epidemic author Matt McCarthy about antibiotic resistance, anti-vaxxers, and profit-driven pharmaceuticals. by The Jordan Harbinger Show
75 min listen
Whatever happened to virtual reality?: Several years ago, the world buzzed with rumors of fully interactive virtual reality just around the corner. Whatever happened to this immersive, innovative technology? Listen in as the HowStuffWorks podcasters take a look at virtual reality. by TechStuff
24 min listen
HOW TO BE AN ONCHAIN WIZARD with OnChain Wizard | Learn to read the blockchain to maximise returns by The blocmates podcast.
54 min listen
Tony Bevilacqua of Cognitive 3D: Tony Bevilacqua, Founder and CEO of Cognitive 3D, discusses the power of utilizing metrics in AR/VR, the evolution of metrics in technology, and how this awareness can give users a better understanding of the holistic view of the trainees... by Everything VR & AR
55 min listen
Machine Learning 101 by TechStuff
49 min listen
When We Become Our Phones by Stuff They Don't Want You To Know
64 min listen
Don't waste money on YOUR FIRST Tattoo Machine by That Tattoo Show
23 min listen
Ep 345: Form, Function, and Fragrance: Cosmetic Industry Vet Sherry Jharwar on her Beautiful Journey in DTC by DTC Podcast
41 min listen
RHS 192 - Hanley on AI: Can AI really be our steadfast ally, or is it an intimidating opponent lurking in the shadows? In a world where technological advancements are taking giant leaps, we stand at the intersection of fear and excitement. We delve deep into the transformative p by The Ryan Hanley Show
55 min listen
Bonus: Mastering the Alchemy of Creativity & Data: A Deep Dive with Reza Khadjavi of Motion by DTC Podcast
50 min listen
Healthy Cynicism, Best Practices, and the Everyman: How can we both challenge the idea of best practices while also not throwing the idea completely away? Why do we need guardrails and how do those serve the customer best? What are some shifts in culture that can lead to better outcomes in the supply chain and in the commerce ecosystem as a whole around fast and cheap manufacturing and distribution? Listen now to hear this and more! by Future Commerce Podcast: eCommerce, DTC and Retail Strategy
55 min listen
79: Carter Thomas | Top Cryptocurrency Tips for New Kids on the Blockchain: Carter Thomas started as a marketer and strategist in the mobile app space, publishing over 1,500 apps on multiple platforms that have generated 18M+ downloads. Now he educates the curious about cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies... by The Jordan Harbinger Show
72 min listen
Sovrn gives an update on its 4 ad products for indie publishers by Marketecture: Get Smart. Fast.
7 min listen
BEST Instagram Advice 2024 for Tattooists by That Tattoo Show
28 min listen
How To Slash SaaS Spend -- Indus Khaitan // Quolum by MarTech Podcast ™ // Marketing + Technology = Business Growth
17 min listen
How To Slash SaaS Spend -- Indus Khaitan // Quolum by MarTech Podcast ™ // Marketing + Technology = Business Growth
17 min listen
1KHO 115: Who Decides What's in Humanity's Best Interest? | Maria Bridge, Center for Humane Technology COO: Chief Operating Officer, Maria Bridge from the Center for Humane Technology joins us to talk about the fascinating field of technology ethics and what we can do about the negative effects of technology, many of which are preventable. Maria walks us... by The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast
49 min listen
Episode 44: Gavin Dunaway talks fraudulent ads and AdMonsters. Plus a Freewheel update and earnings. by Marketecture: Get Smart. Fast.
43 min listen
Privacy Protecting AI and Building Consumer Trust: Kleomenis Katevas, Machine Learning Researcher at Brave Software, discusses how we can build trust in AI with the general public by making data as safe and secure as possible. He also unpacks some of the myths the general public holds about AI, how to... by The Brave Technologist
23 min listen
Ep 326: Scaling Organic Content to 8 Million Views a Day with VKTRY Gear's Drew Arciuolo by DTC Podcast
38 min listen

Discover this podcast and so much more

Riding the Hype Cycle

Riding the Hype Cycle

Description

Titles in the series (100)

More Episodes from TechStuff

Related podcast episodes