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Welcome to the podcast from 404 Media where Joseph, Sam, Emanuel, and Jason catch you up on the stories we published this week. 404 Media is a journalist-owned digital media company exploring the way technology is shaping–and is shaped by–our world. We bring you unparalleled access to hidden worlds both online and IRL through investigative reporting, smart blogging, and breaking news. At 404 Media you’ll read, and hear, stories you can’t find anywhere else written by journalists who are leading experts on their beats. Subscribe to 404 Media at 404media.co to gain access to an ad-free version of this podcast, as well as a bonus podcast episodes. Subscribers are the bedrock of building a sustainable business for our journalism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The New Jersey Drone PanicIn this episode of The 404 Media Podcast, the hosts dive into two major topics: the mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey and the troubling use of Cellebrite technology by law enforcement in…18 Dec 2024 · 42 min
3D Printed Guns and UnitedHealthcareIn this episode of The 404 Media Podcast, hosts Joseph, Sam, Emanuel, and Jason discuss the recent assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, focusing on the weapon used and the ensuing…11 Dec 2024 · 1 h
Your Bluesky Posts Are Probably Training AIA journalist-owned digital media company, 404 Media explores how technology influences our world.4 Dec 2024 · 44 min
Pokémon Go to The Military Industrial ComplexIn this episode, the hosts discuss the implications of data collected from Pokémon Go players and its relation to AI development, as well as an investigation into the emerging "AI pimping" industry.27 Nov 2024 · 51 min
How AI Is Being Used by Hackers and Criminals (Sponsored)In this special episode sponsored by Delete Me, host Matthew Gault interviews Rachel Toback, CEO of SocialProof Security.15 Nov 2024 · 31 min
How Apple is Locking Out CopsIn this episode, hosts Joseph, Sam, Emanuel, and Jason discuss the latest stories from 404 Media, focusing on:13 Nov 2024 · 48 min
The Plan to Use AI to Purge Voter RollsIn this episode, the hosts discuss the implications of using AI to manage voter rolls, particularly focusing on a software called EagleAI.6 Nov 2024 · 46 min
An Elon Musk-Funded PAC Is Running a Democrat Impersonation CampaignThe episode discusses the implications of an advertising campaign funded by a super PAC associated with Elon Musk, which aims to impersonate Democrats and mislead registered Republicans about…30 Oct 2024 · 50 min
How Politician Turned Advocate Susanna Gibson Battles Non-Consensual ImageryHow Politician Turned Advocate Susanna Gibson Battles Non-Consensual Imagery25 Oct 2024 · 1 h 3 min
How the U.S. Government Tracks Your PhoneHow the U.S. Government Tracks Your Phone23 Oct 2024 · 55 min
Why the WordPress Chaos MattersIn this episode, the hosts discuss the ongoing conflict between WordPress.com and WP Engine, its implications for the broader web, and the rise of AI in job applications.16 Oct 2024 · 44 min
The Smart Glasses That Dox StrangersIn this episode, the hosts discuss a concerning development in facial recognition technology linked to Meta's smart glasses, Hurricane Helene's impact on climate data archives, and the implications…9 Oct 2024 · 46 min
One Year Anniversary Subscriber BonanzaThis episode serves as a trailer for the subscribers-only podcast celebrating the one-year anniversary of 404 Media.4 Oct 2024 · 7 min
AI Companies Are Opting You In By DefaultA journalist-owned digital media company exploring technology's influence on our world through investigative reporting and unique storytelling.2 Oct 2024 · 41 min
Telegram is Working With the CopsIn this episode, the hosts discuss two primary topics: a significant policy shift by Telegram in which it will now comply with valid legal requests for user data, and the ongoing legal challenges…25 Sep 2024 · 47 min
Hezbollah's Exploding PagersThis episode discusses a developing story from Lebanon regarding a series of pager explosions, alongside insights on AI surveillance from Larry Ellison and Snapchat's advertising strategies.18 Sep 2024 · 44 min
Fraudsters: 'We Know Where You Live'In this episode, the hosts Joseph, Sam, Emanuel, and Jason discuss two significant topics: the alarming rise of sextortion emails that leverage personal information to intimidate victims, and the…11 Sep 2024 · 41 min
Is Criticizing AI Ableist?Joseph, Sam, Emanuel, and Jason4 Sep 2024 · 39 min
How Taylor Swift Could Sue Trump for AI ImagesHow Taylor Swift Could Sue Trump for AI Images21 Aug 2024 · 36 min
The OSINT Hunt for a Sex Trafficking RingleaderThe 404 Media Podcast features discussions about recent investigative reports by 404 Media, a journalist-owned digital media company focused on the impact of technology on our world.14 Aug 2024 · 43 min