Privacy Podcasts

How to Fix the Internet

Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF)

The internet was built on a promise of connection and discovery, but today that vision is often overshadowed by surveillance, invasive algorithms, and corporate control. How to Fix the Internet invites you behind the scenes of the digital frontier to explore how we can reclaim our technology for the public good. Hosted by the experts at the Electronic Frontier Foundation, the show moves beyond the headlines to dissect the machinery shaping our online lives. Through deep-dive conversations with pioneering technologists, legal scholars, and archivists, each episode tackles the most urgent issues of our time. From the creeping dangers of mass facial recognition and location tracking to the reality of AI, the podcast provides a clear-eyed assessment of what is broken and, more importantly, how we can mend it. Whether the topic is the necessity of offline voting, the importance of universal digital libraries, or the ethics of predictive algorithms, the hosts bridge the gap between complex policy and everyday human experience. This is not just a show about what is going wrong; it is a collaborative search for a better future. By cutting through the hype and focusing on civil liberties, transparency, and human-centered design, How to Fix the Internet serves as an essential guide for anyone who believes that technology should serve people rather than extract power from them. Join the conversation and discover how we can build a web that actually works for everyone.

Security Now (Audio)

TWiT

Security Now is a long-running, deep-dive exploration into the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity and digital infrastructure. Hosted by Steve Gibson, the show serves as an essential weekly briefing for those who want to understand the mechanics of the internet, the nature of emerging threats, and the technical realities behind the day's biggest security headlines. The podcast has recently pivoted toward an intense focus on the dual-edged sword of artificial intelligence. Gibson meticulously breaks down how AI is revolutionizing both offensive hacking—by accelerating vulnerability discovery and automating exploitation—and defensive strategies, such as autonomous patching and diagnostic troubleshooting. Listeners get a front-row seat to the collision between traditional IT management and the blistering pace of AI-driven cyber warfare. Beyond the cutting-edge tech, the show excels at contextualizing current events within the history of computing. Whether dissecting the intricacies of supply chain attacks in Linux repositories, analyzing the failure modes of major web browsers, or uncovering forgotten pieces of digital sabotage, the program provides rigorous technical analysis without losing sight of the human and institutional failures that often invite disaster. If you are looking for a show that prioritizes facts, logical deduction, and a proactive mindset toward digital safety, this is the ultimate resource for staying informed in an increasingly complex and automated world.

Business Wars

Audible

Business is often a battlefield where the prize is market dominance, innovation, or simply the thrill of outmaneuvering a rival. Business Wars pulls back the curtain on the world’s most iconic corporate feuds, telling the unauthorized, high-stakes stories of the people behind the brands. From the fierce tug-of-war for the American dairy aisle between Chobani and established food giants to the high-speed global clash between Formula 1 and NASCAR, this series explores how legendary companies rise to power or spiral into ruin. Each season dives deep into a specific clash, examining the strategic pivots, ego-driven decisions, and cultural moments that define these industries. The show doesn't shy away from the human cost of these battles, frequently exploring how tech giants navigate the fine line between convenience and surveillance, or how medical institutions can fail the patients they are sworn to protect. By blending investigative reporting with compelling narrative storytelling, Business Wars provides a window into the boardroom and beyond. You will hear from industry experts, witnesses, and insiders who reveal the complex dynamics that shape the products we use every day. Whether it is the evolution of wearable technology or the geopolitical intrigue surrounding professional sports, this podcast is an essential listen for anyone curious about the aggressive, innovative, and often messy reality of how modern empires are built and challenged.