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Hack & Hustle

Hosted by Anthony Johnson & Brad Rager · business · EN · 18 episodes

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Hack and Hustle dives into the challenges and successes in cybersecurity sales and marketing, featuring a fresh topic every week. Get career-boosting insights from top leaders and reps, and candid feedback from CISOs and buyers on what works and what doesn’t. Who knows? You might just end up thanking us from the beach at your next club trip! Sponsored by Delve Risk, the intelligence platform for cybersecurity sales and marketing ( delverisk.com ). Hack & Hustle Podcast on Youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What is Hack & Hustle about?

Hack and Hustle dives into the challenges and successes in cybersecurity sales and marketing, featuring a fresh topic every week. Get career-boosting insights from top leaders and reps, and candid feedback from CISOs and buyers on what works and what doesn’t. Who knows? You might just end up thanking us from the beach at your next club trip!

Who hosts Hack & Hustle?

Hack & Hustle is hosted by Anthony Johnson & Brad Rager. The show has published 18 episodes to date.

What has Hack & Hustle covered recently?

Recent episodes include "The AI Game: Redefining Business Landscapes" (27 August 2025, 28 minutes), "The Transformative Impact of AI on Cybersecurity Sales & Marketing" (13 August 2025, 24 minutes), and "Chelsea Strong: Building Trust in Cyber Sales" (30 July 2025, 21 minutes).

How often does Hack & Hustle publish?

Hack & Hustle publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 28 minutes across 18 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Hack & Hustle?

Booking probability for Hack & Hustle is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Hack & Hustle requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Hack & Hustle's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Hack & Hustle?

The strongest fits for Hack & Hustle are IT Services & Software Development and Business & Management Consulting. Hack & Hustle has a business audience.

About the host

Anthony Johnson & Brad Rager hosts Hack & Hustle, a business show with 18 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #18

    The AI Game: Redefining Business Landscapes

    Aug 27, 202528 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager dive into the whirlwind pace of AI development and its transformative impact on businesses. They explore how AI is reshaping industries, the feeling...

  • Episode #17

    The Transformative Impact of AI on Cybersecurity Sales & Marketing

    Aug 13, 202524 minS1

    <p>In this conversation, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager discuss the rapid evolution of AI technology, its potential to automate creative processes, and the challenges businesses face in adopting these innovations. The...

  • Episode #16

    Chelsea Strong: Building Trust in Cyber Sales

    Jul 30, 202521 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson welcomes Chelsea Strong to discuss the importance of building trust in sales, navigating hype cycles, maintaining customer relationships, and the significance of...

  • Episode #15

    Demystifying Equity Options in Startups

    Jul 16, 202533 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager delve into the complexities of equity options, particularly in the startup environment. They discuss what equity and options are, how they work, and...

  • Episode #14

    Todd White: Trust and Technology—Cybersecurity Must-Haves

    Jul 2, 202535 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager welcome Todd White to discuss the importance of building trust and personal relationships in sales. Todd shares insights from his career, emphasizing...

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  • Episode #13

    Jonathan Sabatini: The Evolution of the VAR Model

    Jun 18, 202530 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager welcome Jonathan Sabatini, CRO at Consortium Networks, to discuss the critical role of trust in cybersecurity sales. They explore how building a...

  • Episode #12

    Kayla Cytron-Thaler: Mastering Outbound Sales

    Jun 4, 202530 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager welcome Kayla Citrin Thaler, a successful SDR leader. They discuss the importance of authenticity in sales, effective outbound strategies, and the...

  • Episode #11

    Damian Tommasino: Mastering LinkedIn for Career Growth

    May 21, 202530 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager welcome Damian Tommasino, Staff Solutions Engineer at Snyk and Founder of Cyber Informants. They discuss the importance of LinkedIn for personal branding, networking...

  • Episode #10

    It's a Recruiters World

    May 7, 202523 minS1

    <p>In this conversation, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager delve into the intricacies of the recruitment process, particularly in the cybersecurity sector. They discuss the roles of recruiters, the types of recruitment...

  • Episode #9

    Job Hunt: Some Due Diligence Required

    Apr 23, 202525 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager discuss the importance of conducting thorough diligence on potential employers. They emphasize the significance of understanding company culture, the...

  • Episode #8

    Mark Cervantes: Building Effective Channel Programs

    Apr 9, 202536 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager invited Mark Cervantes to share his extensive experience in sales channels and partnerships, emphasizing the importance of understanding channel...

  • Episode #7

    Brian Murphy: The Evolution of Cybersecurity Sales Over the Years

    Mar 26, 202529 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager discuss sales enablement with Brian Murphy, SVP of Sales and Business Development at NowSecure. They explore Brian's journey into sales, the evolution of sales...

  • Episode #6

    Dennis Dayman: Engaging in the Cybersecurity Community

    Mar 12, 202524 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager discuss strategies for growing your career and networking by giving back and getting involved in the cybersecurity community.</p><br><p>They are joined by Dennis...

  • Episode #5

    The Value of Networking and Concentration at Conferences

    Feb 26, 202518 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager discuss the value and ROI of attending cybersecurity conferences as vendors. They explore the different types of conferences, such as Black Hat and RSA, and the...

  • Episode #4

    Dmitriy Sokolovskiy: Doing Business in the Cybersecurity Industry

    Feb 12, 202539 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager talk with Dmitriy Sokolovskiy, CISO at SEMrush, to discuss the critical intersection of cybersecurity and business. Dmitriy emphasizes the need for...

  • Episode #3

    Networking Strategies: Land Your Next Job

    Jan 29, 202524 minS1

    <p>In this episode, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager discuss networking strategies to land a job in the cybersecurity industry. They emphasize the importance of networking and building connections with people, both within...

  • Episode #2

    Neil Saltman: The Future of Cybersecurity Sales

    Jan 8, 202543 minS1

    <p>In this episode of Hack and Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager interview Neil Saltman, co-author of "Cybersecurity Sales: A Buyer and Seller's Perspective."</p><br><p>They discuss:</p><p>1) The evolution of...

  • Episode #1

    Welcome to Hack & Hustle

    Dec 20, 20245 minS1

    <p>In the very first episode of Hack & Hustle, Anthony Johnson and Brad Rager introduce our podcast, where we'll discuss the ups, downs, and lessons learned in the world of cybersecurity sales and...

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