Facts Don't Change People's Minds, But This Does
Everyone's talking about disinformation and misinformation, but nobody's talking about where it's funding comes from. Let's fix that.
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Burner Phone 101 & How to Film ICE Safely
By popular demand: BJ Mendelson's Protest 101 and Burner Phone 101 Presentations. Absolutely free and available for all.
Why Didn't the Founding Fathers Address These Problems Right at the Start?
This week, BJ interviews Patrick McGee, author of the fantastic new book, "Apple In China." Patrick discusses the astronomical amount of money Apple poured into China, and whether or not you should feel bad buying a Mac. (Hint: Yes. You should.)
OSINT: Let's Try to Find The Guy Who Almost Killed My Dad
BJ's brother and father were almost killed yesterday. So today, he's going to explain how he's using OSINT to find the person responsible.
If You Have to Think Twice, Never, Ever Click On It
It's part 2 of our discussion with Dr. Treena Orchard about the challenges of using dating apps and the toxic culture surrounding them. Rosie and Amanda are also back to share best practices on how to stay safe on a date.
Is Signal Still Safe to Use?
It's dangerous to go alone. Take this. And by this we mean your phone, and Signal. Because today, we're going to talk (again) about how to film ICE and do so safely.
The Men Are Vulnerable & The Women Are Afraid: How to Protect Yourself on Dating Apps
Sexual wellness expert, Dr. Treena Orchard, joins BJ to talk about the toxicity emanating from dating apps and the culture around them. We also have an older conversation, still highly relevant, between co-hosts Amanda King and Rosie Tran about how to protect yourself while using these apps
How Generative AI Rots Your Brain and Enables Fascism
This week, the StopGenAI.com collob stops by the show to speak with BJ Mendelson about how generative AI rots your brain, and your democracy.
Guess Who Ran Into Technical Difficulties This Week?
The dog didn't eat this week's episode, but it would have made for a better story had she done so. Here's what's going on.
It's The End of the FTC As We Know It, and Nobody Feels Fine
This week, BJ interviews Samuel Levine. Mr. Levine served as Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. BJ asks Mr. Levine what a functional Federal Trade Commission is supposed to do, compared to what we have right now.
Here's Where to go to get Trustworthy, Non-corporate News
Victoria Hetherington returns for part two of our conversation about artificial intelligence and the illusion of relationships with it. Meanwhile, Rosie shares nine news podcasts that provide the best noncorporate news to help keep you informed
All We Want For Christmas Is The Second Bill of Rights
It's our (a day late) Christmas episode! In this episode, BJ speaks with author Victoria Hetherington about the bonds between humans and artificial intelligence. Our host, Rosie, explains what the Second Bill of Rights is and why it could mean a universal basic income for you.
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Your Phone Is a Drug. So What Are You Doing About It?
This week, Kelly Carlin joins the show to talk about how smartphones hijack attention, cause "digital brain fog," and displace real human connection.
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Artificial General Intelligence Doesn't Exist, But Here's How to Hide From AI
"How to Disappear" author, and Black Mail Expert, Frank M. Ahearn returns to the show. Explaining how one could use extreme privacy to evade the fascists and weirdos looking for you using Artificial Intelligence.
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Are You Caught in Facebook's Web of Scam Advertisements?
Ho Ho Holiday Scams. This week on the show, Rosie tells you how to keep scammers and thieves from ripping you off this holiday season. Meanwhile, Broadway Actor Roger Wayne returns to read excerpts from BJ's first book on Privacy, called "Privacy: And How We Get It Back."
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Are Baby Boomers Really to Blame For The Disinformation Plague?
In this special Thanksgiving episode of Stupid Sexy Privacy, BJ Mendelson speaks with members of Clemson University's Human and Technology Lab about baby boomers spreading disinformation, how children interact with artificial intelligence, and what the right level of privacy is for all of us.
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Crypto Is a Scam. Use Cash. Film ICE.
This week, the ACLU's Rebecca Williams joins BJ Mendelson to talk about the do's and don'ts of filming ICE, using cash whenever possible, and why crypto currency is a scam. You're not going to want to miss it.
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Going Through Customs? This Is a Must Listen
This week: Henry David Thoreau joins us from beyond the grave, and Rosie has advice for those traveling internationally this month and next. Plus: why every American should carry their passport at all times — this week on "Stupid Sexy Privacy."
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You Can Find Love (And Privacy) In a Subaru
You gotta remember, your car is a computer. And it's a computer that's less secure than a Waffle House.
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I'll Get You My Pretty, and Your Little VPN Too!
Pi-Hole! It's not just something that sounds like a sex move. It's a way to block out those annoying ads on your SmartTV. Lia Holland from Fight for the Future joins us to talk about defending VPNs.
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Going to a protest? Be funny, not just paranoid
We're making friends. Like the Electronic Frontier Foundation! Come here what they're doing with Opt-Out October, and stick around to learn how to be more creative.
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Son, That Internet Won't Pay For Itself
Our guest from last week, advertising legend Bob Hoffman, returns. Meanwhile, our host Rosie provides more storytelling tips. Because without new, better stories, we're not going to change anything.
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Violence Doesn't Defeat Fascists, But Doing This Sure Does
This week on the show, we're joined by advertising industry legend, Bob Hoffman. Our host, Rosie Tran, also talks about how stories fight fascists. You don't want to miss this one.
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It's Dangerous to Go Alone! Take These Apps With You
What's the least you need to do to protect yourself from fascists and weirdos? These are the must have apps, as explained by our host, Rosie Tran.