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Welcome to The Lockdown. Privacy doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. The inability to attain extreme levels of privacy shouldn’t deter one from taking any protective measures at all. The show is hosted by Ray Heffer, an expert in the field of privacy and cybersecurity, with each episode touching on a range of topics such as data privacy, password management, and secure browsing habits. Tin-foil hats are optional!

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034 - Final Episode 42:45

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In this final episode of The Lockdown, I reflect on the journey of the podcast, and explaining why I’m redirecting my energy to other projects. I discuss the importance of practical privacy measures, measures over an ‘all-or-nothing’ approach, as well as sharing my thoughts on threat modeling, and address several listener questions about privacy tools and self-hosting. I also introduce a new concept from my recent blog post about the “space between” in cybersecurity, examining how compartmentalization of identities can serve as an early warning system against social engineering attacks. In this week’s episode: Why this is the final episode The all-or-nothing fallacy Airport facial recognition and the Clearview AI threat Threat modeling for different life situations The CIA triad and why 100% security doesn’t exist UK and Swiss digital ID systems and their privacy implications NPM breach case study and the psychology of social engineering Why organizations should compartmentalize communication channels Listener Q&A: MySudo virtual cards, self-hosting setup, and mobile hotspots The new Privacy Tools page on PsySecure.com Matrix Community Rooms Matrix Community Space - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org Individual Room Links: https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-intro:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-podcast:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-general:matrix.org Show Links: Privacy Tools Page - https://psysecure.com/privacytools/ PsySecure ODSF Framework - https://odsf.psysecure.com "The Space Between" Blog Post - https://psysecure.com/ma-the-space-between-breaches Swiss E-ID System Information - https://www.bk.admin.ch Cyber Kill Chain (Lockheed Martin) - https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/capabilities/cyber/cyber-kill-chain.html Robert Cialdini's Principles of Persuasion - https://www.influenceatwork.com Daniel Kahneman's Thinking, Fast and Slow - https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Fast-Slow-Daniel-Kahneman/dp/0374533555 “Nothing in life is as important as you think it is when you are thinking about it.” - Daniel Kahneman, Thinking, Fast and Slow ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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033 - Black Mirror - Is the UK's Surveillance State Coming to America? 38:14

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In this episode, I share news from my recent trip to the UK, noticing how it seems to have reached the epic proportions of a Black Mirror episode; from the absurd TV licensing program to the new Digital ID Brit cards that will track your behavior. I also explore how the UK may be serving as a testing ground for new levels of behavioral surveillance that could eventually spread globally. I dive into California’s $900 “smart” license plates that track your every move, centralized government digital currencies, and my predictions for the next 20 years of Orwellian surveillance. Support the show on Patreon! In this week’s episode: The UK’s TV licensing system: Legal extortion through private contractors The Reviver R-plate: $900 to track yourself in California and Arizona Brit Cards: UK’s new “voluntary” Digital ID system The Bank of England’s digital pound and programmable money Historical patterns of control: From land ownership to neural interfaces Why the UK is the blueprint for global surveillance rollout Predictions for the next 20-50 years of biosurveillance Matrix Community Rooms Matrix Community Space - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org Individual Room Links: https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-intro:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-podcast:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-general:matrix.org Show Links: PsySecure ODSF Framework - https://odsf.psysecure.com LCD License Plate (not privacy friendly!) - https://reviver.com/rplate/ Black Mirror S03E01 "Nosedive" - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5497778/ Bank of England's Digital Pound - https://www.bankofengland.co.uk/the-digital-pound Brit Card Digital ID System - https://www.labourtogether.uk/all-reports/britcard TV Licensing Detector Ads (1980s-90s): The Detector Van - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NmdUcmLFkw "We know exactly where he is" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF3-S2sCnb8 Keep One Eye Open - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVfOmR7gAek More Powerful Dector Vans! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Q9CsRRhWQI “One believes things because one has been conditioned to believe them.” - Mustapha Mond (Brave New World ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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032 - No Salt Required: Listener Questions Before the Break 21:40

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In this episode I address listener feedback and questions, from clarifying my stance on the “Tea” controversy to sharing practical tips from the community about Privacy.com workarounds. This episode covers some loose ends before I take a brief hiatus. I also discuss why I won’t be at Black Hat this year, share thoughts on minimalism versus practicality in privacy, and reveal my favorite Indian restaurant in Vegas for those attending Black Hat! In this week’s episode: Addressing the “Tea” controversy and clarifying my positions on doxing Community solution for Privacy.com and Plaid privacy concerns Contact information protection strategies when family uses social media Future of capture-the-flag challenges and OSINT considerations Conference attendance updates and travel Matrix Community Rooms Matrix Community Space - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org Individual Room Links: https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-general:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-podcast:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-intro:matrix.org Show Links: Tea app leak article - https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/tea-app-leak-worsens-with-second-database-exposing-user-chats/ OSMOSIS Institute - https://osmosisinstitute.org/events/ Privacy.com - https://privacy.com “There are no facts, only interpretations.” - Friedrich Nietzsche ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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031 - When Privacy Tools Betray You, Safety Apps That Dox and Revoked Anonymous Payments 54:23

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In this episode, I discuss the challenges facing privacy-focused payment solutions like Privacy.com, exploring alternatives and the troubling rise of KYC requirements across the industry. I dive deep into the Switzerland privacy crisis that’s forcing Proton to consider relocating their infrastructure, and what this means for encrypted email providers globally. I also cover the catastrophic security failure at Tea, a women’s safety app that exposed 72,000 images including government IDs through basic incompetence, leading to harassment campaigns on 4chan. I wrap up with thoughts on vehicle tracking through DCM/Telematics modules, why buying older vehicles might be the better privacy-conscious choice, and how embracing the stoic lifestyle aligns with both privacy and my own philosophical principles. In this week’s episode: Privacy.com troubles: Account freezes, limited alternatives, and the KYC nightmare Switzerland’s surveillance crisis: Why Proton is threatening to leave and relocating to Germany/Norway Email provider comparison: Proton vs Tutanota vs Atomic Mail, and understanding intelligence alliances Tea app breach: How 72,000 IDs and 1.1 million private messages ended up on 4chan Vehicle tracking: DCM modules, telematics, and why your car is spying on you Philosophy of privacy: Stoicism, minimalism, and why less is more Matrix Community Rooms Matrix Community Space - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org Individual Room Links: https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-general:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-podcast:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-intro:matrix.org Show Links: Privacy.com - https://privacy.com Cloaked.com - https://cloaked.com Proton Warrant Canary - https://protonvpn.com/blog/transparency-report/ Climate Activist Arrest - https://proton.me/blog/climate-activist-arrest and https://www.wired.com/story/protonmail-amends-policy-after-giving-up-activists-data/ Tuta Crypt - https://tuta.com/documents/tuta-crypt-spec.pdf Proton elliptic curve cryptography - https://proton.me/blog/elliptic-curve-cryptography SimpleLogin - https://simplelogin.io HashiCorp Vault - https://www.vaultproject.io RAM IS SPYING ON YOU (Cozy Living Machine) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-Y1SUSRqNU Meditations by Marcus Aurelius - https://www.amazon.com/Meditations-New-Translation-Modern-Library-ebook/dp/B000FC1JAI “Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within yourself, in your way of thinking.” - Marcus Aurelius ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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030 - Info Stealers, GrapheneOS Drama, and Why Video Games and Anti-Virus Are Spyware 52:42

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In this episode, I address listener feedback and corrections regarding use of public Wi-Fi, MAC addresses, and aliases. I dive deep into the nuances of MAC address randomization on GrapheneOS versus Apple’s private Wi-Fi addresses, explaining why GrapheneOS offers superior privacy protection. I discuss the real threats of public Wi-Fi in 2025 (hint: it’s not hackers with Wireshark), and share my approach with aliases. I also cover the rising threat of infostealers like Atomic Info Stealer for macOS, the dangerous intersection of gaming cheats and malware, and why I avoid third-party antivirus software. Most importantly, I address the GrapheneOS controversy: the loss of a senior developer to military conscription, Google’s strategic pivot that threatens custom ROMs, and why claims of GrapheneOS “dying” are misinformation spread by those with competing agendas. In this week’s episode: Clarifications and Corrections: Public Wi-Fi, MAC addresses, and alias management MAC address randomization: GrapheneOS vs Apple’s implementation The real threats of public Wi-Fi in 2025 Info stealers and video games can be a privacy nightmare GrapheneOS controversy: Developer conscription, Google’s lockdown, and the future of custom ROMs Why antivirus software might be the malware you’re trying to avoid Matrix Community Rooms Matrix Community Space - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org Individual Room Links: https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-general:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-podcast:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-intro:matrix.org Show Links: MAC Address Lookup - https://maclookup.app/ OUI Lookup - https://oui.is/ 33mail - https://www.33mail.com/ OpenSnitch - https://github.com/evilsocket/opensnitch Privacy.com - https://privacy.com Lithic - https://lithic.com Kaspersky and Russian Government - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaspersky_and_the_Russian_government Google Not Killing AOSP - https://www.androidauthority.com/google-not-killing-aosp-3566882/ GrapheneOS on Developer Conscription - https://grapheneos.social/@GrapheneOS/114359660453627718 GrapheneOS on OEM Partnerships (June 19) - https://grapheneos.social/@GrapheneOS/114671100848024807 GrapheneOS Response to Misinformation - https://grapheneos.social/@GrapheneOS/114825492698412916 GrapheneOS on iPhone Security - https://grapheneos.social/@GrapheneOS/114824816120139544 “Social engineering bypasses all technologies, including firewalls.” - Kevin Mitnick ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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029 - Minimize not Militarize and Avoiding Surveillance with GrapheneOS 54:26

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In this episode, I explore the difference between the military mindset and the more stealth approach of minimization in cybersecurity. I share the results from the Ghost in the Source Capture the Flag (CTF) challenge, revealing how the winners cracked the AES encryption using dictionary attacks, keyword harvesting and the cipher tool hidden in robots.txt. I discuss why the “assume breach” mentality just leaves the doors wide open, using examples from Kevin Mitnick’s 1981 Pacific Bell infiltration to modern ransomware groups like Scattered Spider who breached MGM and Marks & Spencer through social engineering. I also cover practical tactics for using public Wi-Fi, data curation techniques, the invisible surveillance net including Stingray devices, and provide a deep dive into GrapheneOS covering user profiles, app sandboxing, network controls, sensor permissions, and the proper use of sandboxed Google Play services. In this week’s episode: Ghost in the Source Capture the Flag challenge results The military mindset problem in cybersecurity Strategic use of public Wi-Fi for account creation and privacy techniques Data curation tactics, and “Minimizing What Can Be Known” Invisible surveillance net and Stingray devices GrapheneOS discussion on user profiles, app sandboxing, network controls, sensors permissions, sandboxed Google Play services, and security architecture Matrix Community Rooms Matrix Community Space - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org Individual Room Links: https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-general:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-podcast:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-intro:matrix.org Show Links: Noam Chomsky on Internet Privacy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIWsTMcBrjQ Noam Chomsky on Advertising - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfIwUlY44CM TryHackMe Platform - https://tryhackme.com Hack the Box - https://hackthebox.com Wired Article on DNC Stingray Surveillance - https://www.wired.com/story/2024-dnc-cell-site-simulator-phone-surveillance/ IntelTechniques Data Removal Guide - https://inteltechniques.com/workbook.html Optery Data Broker Removal - https://optery.com Graphene OS - https://grapheneos.org “We’re dragons. We’re not supposed to live by other people’s rules.” - Hajime Ryudo ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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028 - Silence & Stealth - Mailbox, Email & Anti-KYC Phone Strategies 45:28

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In this episode, I discuss three key strategies for maintaining privacy and security across your physical mailbox, email, and phone. I discuss the growing Matrix community, explore alternative mailing solutions using co-working spaces, detail a four-tier email strategy, and examine the concerning spread of Flock ALPR cameras. I also share insights on anonymous eSIM options and answer listener questions about dealing with Know-Your-Customer requirements. In this week’s episode: Joining the Matrix community with Element Physical mailbox strategies: UPS stores, virtual CMRA addresses, and co-working spaces Four-tiered email approach using ProtonMail, Fastmail, SimpleLogin, and Gmail sock puppet Mobile phone privacy with Mint Mobile and anonymous eSIM options The Flock ALPR camera threat and how to protect yourself Listener questions: Australian SIM card strategies with KYC requirements Capture the Flag challenge details for June 21st Matrix Community Rooms It seems on Element X, it doesn’t list the rooms associated with the Matrix space, so you can click on each of these links to join the rooms: https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-general:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-podcast:matrix.org https://matrix.to/#/#lockdown-intro:matrix.org Show Links: Matrix Clients - https://matrix.org/clients Matrix Community - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org Smarty Address Lookup - https://www.smarty.com/products/single-address Expired Domains - https://www.expireddomains.net/ Stealths.net (Anonymous eSIMs) - https://stealths.net/ DeFlock.me (ALPR Camera Map) - https://deflock.me/ Flock Safety Privacy Policy - https://www.flocksafety.com/privacy-policy EFF Article on DeFlock - https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2025/02/anti-surveillance-mapmaker-refuses-flock-safetys-cease-and-desist-demand CTF Challenge Rules - https://psysecure.com/ctf “Imagine this situation where we have the huge electronic intercommunication so that everybody is in touch with everybody else in such a way that it reveals their inmost thoughts, and there is no longer any individuality. No privacy. Everything you are, everything you think, is revealed to everyone.” - “Future of Communications” Alan Watts Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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027 - Stop Playing the Game, Join The New Matrix Privacy Community 44:16

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In this episode, I discuss breaking free from the Apple ecosystem, the dangers of social media oversharing, and introduce our new Matrix community. I also cover the upcoming capture the flag challenge, share thoughts on the OSINT Defense & Security Framework progress, and rant about security theater at airports and online services that block VPNs. In this week’s episode: Apple’s $95 million lawsuit and the ecosystem lock-in problem Why people overshare on social media and how OSINT can exploit it Introduction to the Matrix community Capture the Flag challenge launching June 21st! Progress update on the OSINT Defense & Security Framework (ODSF) Security theater: VPN blocking and other pointless security measures Alternative YouTube clients for privacy (GrayJay and NewPipe) Show Links: Matrix Community - https://matrix.to/#/#psysecure:matrix.org CTF Challenge - https://psysecure.com/ctf GrayJay (by Futo) - https://grayjay.app NewPipe - https://newpipe.net WiFi Pineapple - https://shop.hak5.org/products/wifi-pineapple System76 Laptops - https://system76.com/laptops Little Snitch (macOS Firewall) - https://www.obdev.at/products/littlesnitch/ “I hope for nothing. I fear nothing. I am free.” - Nikos Kazantzakis Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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026 - Ghost in the Source (Announcement) 7:35

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In this brief episode between travels, I announce the “Ghost in the Source” capture the flag challenge, a cryptographic hunt on my website starting June 21st, 2025. At the end of June I will pick 3 lucky winners which will receive a 6-month TryHackMe subscription voucher. I also provide an update on our new Matrix community. In this week’s episode: Announcing the “Ghost in the Source” CTF challenge Challenge details and rules Prize information: 3 x 6-month TryHackMe vouchers! Matrix community update for listener interaction Future plans for OSINT CTF challenges Show Links: CTF Challenge Page - https://psysecure.com/ctf/ “When I float weightless back to the surface, I’m imagining I’m becoming someone else.” - Motoko Kusanagi Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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025 - AI Privacy Concerns with ChatGPT and Claude 38:36

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In this episode, I explore the privacy implications of using AI apps like ChatGPT and Claude on mobile devices. I discuss why ChatGPT’s requirement for Google Play Store login and audio recording storage led me to Claude on my GrapheneOS device. I also cover my daily app setup, Windows telemetry blocking with SimpleWall, macOS privacy with Little Snitch, and the potential of System76 Linux laptops. In this week’s episode: Privacy comparison between ChatGPT and Claude AI apps ChatGPT’s audio recording storage and data export concerns GrapheneOS setup without Google Play Store login Using FUTO Keyboard and FUTO Voice for local transcription Essential privacy tools: SimpleWall for Windows and Little Snitch for macOS Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) for developers System76 Linux laptops as a privacy-focused alternative Show Links: Anthropic Claude.ai Encryption - https://privacy.anthropic.com/en/articles/10458704... Duck.ai - https://duck.ai Futo Keyboard & Voice - https://futo.org/ Aurora Store - https://auroraoss.com/aurora-store SimpleWall (Windows Firewall) - https://github.com/henrypp/simplewall Little Snitch (macOS) - https://www.obdev.at/products/littlesnitch/ GeoSpy (OSINT Tool) - https://geospy.net System76 Linux Laptops - https://system76.com/ Mental Outlaw YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@MentalOutlaw DaVinci Resolve - https://www.blackmagicdesign.com/products/davinciresolve OSINT Defense & Security Framework - https://psysecure.com/services/odsf/ “██████REDACTED███” - █████████ Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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024 - Minimize What Can Be Known with the OSINT Defense & Security Framework (OSDF) 42:20

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In this episode, I discuss what has been keeping me away from the mic, the Open Source Intelligence Defense and Security Framework (ODSF), and share updates on privacy topics including browser security, autonomous taxis, airport security cameras, and managing cryptocurrency. I also address listener questions about anonymous SIM cards and creating separate online identities. Official Website : https://psysecure.com In this week’s episode: Introducing the Open Source Intelligence Defense and Security Framework (ODSF) Browser privacy comparisons (Firefox, LibreWolf, Brave, Mulvad) Experiences with Waymo autonomous taxis and privacy considerations TSA security cameras and opting out of facial recognition Listener questions about anonymous SIMs in Australia and creating sock puppet accounts Using cryptocurrency Show Links: BIP39 Generator - https://github.com/iancoleman/bip39 Phoenix Wallet - https://phoenix.acinq.co Zeus Wallet - https://zeusln.com LibreWolf Browser - https://librewolf.net/ OSS Document Scanner (GrapheneOS) - https://github.com/Akylas/OSS-DocumentScanner Mullvad Browser (randomDataOnCanvasExtract) - https://github.com/mullvad/mullvad-browser/issues/358 Mullvad Browser (Letterboxing) - https://github.com/mullvad/mullvad-browser/issues/152 “Minimize what can be known.” - Me Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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023 - Apple Removes ADP in the UK, the Privacy Implications and Listener Q&A 30:36

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In this episode, we dive into Apple’s latest privacy retreat with the removal of Advanced Data Protection (ADP) for iCloud in the UK. We break down why Apple made this move, how ADP works, and what it means for users who care about encryption and data security. If you’re in the UK and using Apple’s ecosystem, this episode is a must-listen as I cover strategies to keep your data secure despite Apple’s decision. In this week’s episode: The UK’s Investigatory Powers Act A technical breakdown of how iCloud ADP was supposed to protect user data. Alternatives to iCloud, including Nextcloud, GrapheneOS, and secure backups. Threat Modeling & The Privacy Spectrum Listener Questions, addressing concerns about online privacy, social media exposure, and what to do when friends dismiss security risks. Show Links: Apple pulls data protection tool (BBC News) - https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgj54eq4vejo Apple Intelligence - https://www.macrumors.com/2025/02/11/apple-intelligence-re-enabled-in-latest-updates/ pfSense Guide - https://psysecure.com/complete-setup-guide-to-pfSense Nextcloud Guide - https://psysecure.com/self-hosting-nextlcoud Möbius Sync - https://mobiussync.com/ Obsidian - https://obsidian.md/ “The right to privacy is not merely a right to secrecy. It is a right to control information about oneself.” - Anonymous Podcast music: The R3cluse Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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022 - Deep Dive into Session Private Messenger with Co-Founder Kee Jefferys 1:10:14

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In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into Session, a private messaging app, with its co-founder Kee Jefferys. We discuss the philosophy behind Session, its technical architecture, and the broader implications of privacy in a world increasingly hostile to anonymous communication. Kee shares insights on the importance of decentralized networks, the risks of phone number-based messaging, and the role of cryptocurrency in supporting private infrastructure. We also touch on operational security (OPSEC), the real-world challenges of getting people to adopt privacy tools, and how Session is working to improve usability while maintaining strong privacy protections. In this week’s episode: Session Private Messenger – Kee Jefferys explains the origins of Session, its core principles, and how it differs from mainstream messaging apps. The Future of Privacy – Discussion on surveillance, government censorship, and the increasing crackdown on privacy tools. Decentralized Messaging – How Session uses a global network of nodes to provide anonymous and resilient communication. Session Pro & Sustainability – Monetization strategies for Session and how the network sustains itself without compromising user privacy. Avoiding the Privacy Valley of Despair – How privacy-conscious users can avoid burnout and find a practical balance. Censorship & Government Interference – Addressing Russia’s blocking of Session nodes and strategies to bypass censorship. Show Links: Download Session - https://getsession.org Session Lite Paper - https://getsession.org/litepaper Support the Show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/TheLockdown Follow Kee on X - https://x.com/JefferysKee Until they become conscious they will never rebel, and until after they have rebelled they cannot become conscious. - George Orwell, 1984 Podcast music: The R3cluse Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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021 - Digital Minimalism and Why Your Messages Aren't Really Private 41:27

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In this week's episode we dive deep into both the psychological and privacy implications of social media apps. I reflect on my observations during recent travels, and explore how social media platforms are distorting human connections while simultaneously collecting vast amounts of personal data. The episode also tackles the technical aspects of email systems to the limitations of encrypted messaging apps, providing practical advice for maintaining privacy. In this week's episode: Listener Questions - Deep dive into pfSense vs OPNsense, mobile VPN usage, and dealing with license plate readers Social Media Privacy - Analysis of social media's psychological impact and privacy issues with data collection practices Proper Account Deletion - Step-by-step guide for securely deleting social media accounts Sock Puppet Accounts - Maintaining anonymous online identities Email Privacy - Historical perspective and current state of email security WhatsApp Security - A discussion on encryption and device security Show Links: Support the Show on Patreon - https://patreon.com/TheLockdown GrapheneOS - https://grapheneos.org The Neuroscience of Engagement - https://medium.com/design-bootcamp/the-neuroscience-of-engagement-b50531a9313b "The right information at the right time is deadlier than any weapon." - Dolores Abernathy (Westworld) Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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020 - The State of Privacy in 2025 57:51

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This week on The Lockdown, The Practical Privacy & Security Podcast, we’re kicking off the new year with reflections, updates, and a deep dive into key privacy issues that are shaping 2025. From privacy settings on iOS and GrapheneOS, to AI assistants and their potential privacy pitfalls, this episode covers practical advice, insights, and solutions for everyday users. Additionally, I explore new state-level privacy laws across the U.S. and what they mean for both businesses and individuals. In this week’s episode: Reflecting on personal privacy practices and professional projects. A look at U.S. state privacy regulations taking effect in 2025. Privacy and security implications of voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant. Detailed privacy settings for iOS and why GrapheneOS is the better alternative. AI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude, and their risks. Privacy concerns with vehicles, focusing on data leaks and constant surveillance. The intersection of cybersecurity and OSINT in modern attacks. Show Links: Apple offers $95 million in Siri privacy violation settlement Amazon to pay $31 million in privacy violation penalties for Alexa voice assistant and Ring camera Nulide / FindMyDevice · GitLab British journalist could face years in prison for refusing to hand over his passwords to the police - Il Fatto Quotidiano Volkswagen EV data leak exposes personal information of 3.3 million people Tesla data helped police after Las Vegas truck explosion, but experts have wider privacy concerns Support this show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheLockdown Official website : https://psysecure.com/podcast/ "If you want to keep a secret, you must also hide it from yourself." -George Orwell Podcast music: The R3cluse Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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019 - A Conversation with Luke Mulks from Brave Software 1:01:44

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In this episode I speak with Luke Mulks, who is the VP of Business Operations at Brave Software. We discuss the privacy concerns over traditional web-based ads, and why Brave is offering a privacy-first alternative. Show Links: Brave Software: https://brave.com/podcast/ The Brave Technologist Podcast: https://brave.com/podcast/ "Well who's gonna monitor the monitors of the monitors?" - Carla Dean (Enemy of the State) Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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018 - Back to the Basics and not Overthinking Privacy 49:12

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In this episode, we go back to the basics as I discuss what I would do today if I were starting from scratch. It begins with deleting social media accounts, especially Facebook. Additionally, we have an update from Optery in response to listener feedback. We discuss tools like LibreWolf, Brave, and GrapheneOS, and compare privacy approaches for mobile devices, including Pixel and iPhone. A segment is dedicated to starting a privacy-first journey, from deleting social media accounts to adopting secure communication and password management practices. The episode also touches on how AI, including large language models (LLMs), is reshaping privacy concerns by building highly accurate profiles of users. In this week’s episode: Don't overthink privacy, especially web browsers with Brave, Firefox, and LibreWolf Back to the basics starting with deleting social media Pixel vs iPhone (GrapheneOS) Show Links: Self-hosting Nextcloud: https://psysecure.com/self-hosting-nextlcoud LibreWolf: https://librewolf.net/ GrapheneOS: https://grapheneos.org/ Meta fined $1.3b: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/22/business/meta-facebook-eu-privacy-fine.html Surveillance Watch: https://www.surveillancewatch.io/ " The world outside, the world that you know, it’s gone. It doesn’t exist." – Christof Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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017 - Privacy During a Natural Disaster, Self-Hosting Nextcloud, Backblaze B2 & Restic, and Farewell Firefox 56:26

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In this episode, recorded on October 10, 2024, I dive into privacy and security during natural disasters, highlighting essential tools like iOS 18’s satellite messaging and Starlink for maintaining communication when traditional systems fail. Next I dive into self-hosting in depth, particularly focusing on Nextcloud for privacy-conscious file sync. The episode concludes with a detailed analysis of a critical vulnerability in Firefox and the merits of switching to LibreWolf for enhanced privacy and security. In this week’s episode: Privacy During Natural Disasters. Using of iOS 18’s satellite communication features for emergency contact, Starlink for off-grid internet access, and the importance of internet and Sudo phone numbers for safety without compromising privacy. Bug out bags for emergency preparedness, the utility of Starlink and satellite phones for privacy in disaster zones. Overview of the blog post on hosting Nextcloud, importance of cloud backups using Backblaze B2 and Restic, encrypting backups and maintaining data privacy within home networks. Other Privacy Tools and Practices, including Blue Iris for managing surveillance cameras without internet access, use of Proxmox for virtual machines and running DNS servers with PiHole. Analysis of the Firefox vulnerability (CVE 2024-9680), discussion on the benefits of LibreWolf as a more private alternative to Firefox. Show Links: Self-hosting Nextcloud - https://www.psysecure.com/self-hosting-nextlcoud Starlink - https://www.starlink.com/ Backblaze B2 - https://www.backblaze.com/cloud-storage Restic FAQ - https://restic.readthedocs.io/en/latest/faq.html Nextcloud End-to-End Encryption - https://docs.nextcloud.com/server/latest/admin_manual/configuration_files/encryption_configuration.html Firefox Users Fingerprinted via Cached Intermediate HTTPS Certificates - https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/firefox-users-fingerprinted-via-cached-intermediate-https-certificates/ Certificate issue causing add-ons to be disabled or fail to install - https://discourse.mozilla.org/t/fixed-certificate-issue-causing-add-ons-to-be-disabled-or-fail-to-install/39047 Firefox CVE 2024-9680 - https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/security/advisories/mfsa2024-51/ LibreWolf - https://librewolf.net/ All warfare is based on deception. - Sun Tzu Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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016 - Privacy Discussion with Tyler from EasyOptOuts 1:06:59

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In this episode, we have a special guest, Tyler Murphy, co-founder of EasyOptOuts, a data removal service focused on helping people remove their personal information from publicly accessible people search sites. Tyler discusses the inspiration behind EasyOptOuts, the challenges of maintaining privacy in a world of constant data breaches, and offers insights into data removal from various brokers. This conversation is packed with advice for anyone looking to regain control over their online privacy. In this week’s episode: Tyler shares how EasyOptOuts was founded, the challenges faced, and their mission to make data removal accessible. Discussion on the widespread availability of personal data on people search sites and the complexities of removing it. Insights into how EasyOptOuts automates data removal, and comparisons with manual removal processes. The challenges posed by bot detection, CAPTCHAs, and deceptive removal processes that often require membership or payment. The potential implications of data breaches, evolving bot detection, and the future of digital identity verification. Tyler shares his own privacy techniques, including the use of VPNs, alias names, and minimizing data exposure online. EasyOptOuts approach to scaling their service, future plans for business and family tiers, and their commitment to remaining a two-person operation. Show Links : EasyOptOuts - https://www.easyoptouts.com/ Imagine, then, this situation where we have the huge electronic intercommunication so that everybody is in touch with everybody else in such a way that it reveals their inmost thoughts, and there is no longer any individuality. No privacy. Everything you are, everything you think is revealed to everyone. - Alan Watts Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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015 - NPD202401 (National Public Data Breach) and Windows 11 27:17

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In today’s show, I discuss the National Public Data (NPD) breach, which contains 2.7 billion records, including the social security numbers of US residents. I cover how to check if your SSN is part of the breach and emphasize the importance of setting up a credit freeze for yourself and your kids. I also explore some useful tools for searching large datasets and share my thoughts on a Reddit post. In this week's episode: On the brink of giving up! Using OnlyOffice as a Google Docs alternative National Public Data (NPD) breach Ripgrep (rg) and Silver Searcher (ag) tools for searching massive datasets Credit freezes Best efforts for Windows 11 privacy ElevenTray, a useful utility to always show Windows 11 tray icons Show Links: Simplewall - https://github.com/henrypp/simplewall ElevenTray - https://github.com/locksec/eleventray OnlyOffice - https://www.onlyoffice.com/ LibreOffice - https://www.libreoffice.org/ Credit Freeze Guide - https://inteltechniques.com/freeze.html Credit Freeze for Kids: Equifax - https://www.equifax.com/personal/education/identity-theft/articles/-/learn/freezing-your-childs-credit-report-faq/ (800)685-1111 Equifax Security Freeze, PO Box 105788, Atlanta, Georgia 30348 Experian - https://www.experian.com/help/minor-request.html (888)397-3742 Experian Security Freeze. PO Box 9554, Allen, TX 75013 TransUnion - https://www.transunion.com/credit-freeze/credit-freeze-faq#freeze-other-minor-0 (888)909-8872 TransUnion, P.O. Box 380, Woodlyn, PA 19094 https://www.transunion.com/credit-disputes/child-identity-theft-inquiry-form > I know why you're here, Neo. I know what you've been doing... why you hardly sleep, why you live alone, and why night after night, you sit by your computer. - Trinity (The Matrix) Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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014 - Social Media, OPSEC for OSINT, and AI Security 21:28

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This week I respond to a few listener questions, primarily around the use of social media as a privacy enthusiast. Love it or hate it, you can guess which camp I'm in, social media like LinkedIn has almost become a requirement for job searches, employers, and connecting with other professionals. I also touch on OPSEC for OSINT, a new talk track I am planning to present in the future. It's important for all of us to maintain better Operational Security (OPSEC). Finally, I share my latest blog post: Venturing into AI Security with Locally Hosted LLMs, and why locally hosted AI is essential for privacy. In this week's episode: Redacting ███ in your social media profiles Minimizing the use of profile photos Always assume private profiles are NEVER private Addiction to social media and down regulation of the dopamine receptors More on custom domains Operational Security for OSINT professionals Locally hosted LLMs for private AI Data (PII) leakage with ChatGPT Show Links: ChatGPT Privacy Issue - https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2023/12/22/technology/openai-chatgpt-privacy-exploit.html Brain anatomy alterations associated with Social Networking addiction - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5362930/ AI Security with Locally Hosted LLMs - https://lockdown.media/ai-security-with-llms Expired Domains - https://www.expireddomains.net/ SimpleLogin - https://simplelogin.io/ Because you made a phone call. - Brill (Enemy of the State) Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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013: iCloud Private Relay, Complete pfSense Guide, and Privacy for Kids 50:35

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In this week’s show, I take a deeper dive into Apple’s iCloud Private Relay, discussing who should and who shouldn’t use it. I then discuss my latest article, “The Complete Setup Guide to pfSense for Privacy and Security,” and the benefits of an always-on VPN. Lastly, for those who are parents, I offer a discussion on privacy for kids and some non-invasive techniques for protecting them online. In this week's episode: Intro iCloud Private Relay Complete Guide to pfSense Privacy for Kids Listener questions Show Links: The Complete Setup Guide to pfSense for Privacy and Security: https://lockdown.media/complete-setup-guide-to-pfsense NextDNS: https://nextdns.io/ Cron package for pfSense: https://docs.netgate.com/pfsense/en/latest/packages/list.html Private Relay Outage: https://www.tomsguide.com/phones/iphones/having-browsing-trouble-on-apple-devices-youre-not-alone-apples-private-relay-system-is-having-problems iCloud Private Relay Overview: https://www.apple.com/privacy/docs/iCloud_Private_Relay_Overview_Dec2021.PDF “You never had a camera in my head.” - Truman Burbank Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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012: Back to the Basics, Back to the iPhone, Authy API Abuse 32:35

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This week we go back to the basics of privacy and security for the average Joe or Jane, and discuss the latest iPhone settings for privacy. I also discuss the Twilio Authy API abuse that resulted in 33 million phone numbers for Authy accounts being exposed. Huge thank you to the Patreon supporters! In this week's episode: Back to the basics Advice for the 'average Joe' The Twilio Authy API breach iPhone privacy settings Listener question on doorbell cameras Show Links: 1Password Security Audits: https://support.1password.com/security-assessments/ Bitwarden Security Audits: https://bitwarden.com/help/is-bitwarden-audited/ Twilio Breach: https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-abused-api-to-verify-millions-of-authy-mfa-phone-numbers/ MySudo: https://mysudo.com/ ProtonMail: https://protonmail.com/ StrongBox: https://strongboxsafe.com/ KeepassDX: https://www.keepassdx.com/ Amcrest Cameras: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07ZJS3L5Y "I don't want to live in a world where there's no privacy, and therefore no room for intellectual exploration and creativity." - Edward Snowden Podcast music: Recluse by Ray Heffer Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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011 - Living Like a Recluse, Living Trusts, GrapheneOS, and Listener Questions 53:14

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After escaping to the mountains and living like a recluse for the past few months, I am back. In this week's show, I discuss my latest experiences in purchasing a home and titling in a living trust, along with the potential obstacles with title deeds and mortgage lenders, and avoiding data breaches with utility companies. I also revisit GrapheneOS after using it daily for the past year, and answer listener questions. In this week's episode: Living in the mountains Buying a house with a living trust Potential pitfalls with title deeds and mortgage lenders Balancing privacy and security The 'All or Nothing' approach Why I still use Obsidian over Standard Notes Revisiting GrapheneOS and the Play Integrity API Baby Reindeer Listeners Questions "Privacy is rarely lost in one fell swoop. It is usually eroded over time, bit by bit." - Daniel J. Solove Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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010 - Alternatives to Authy, SANS OSINT Summit, and Selling your Soul to CLEAR 37:08

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In this week's show, I discuss CLEAR's intrusive privacy policy and highlight alternatives to Authy using KeePass, with a privacy friendly solution for scanning QR codes. I also address the common mistakes people make when backing up their MFA codes. Additionally, I share some of the highlights from attending the SANS OSINT Summit in Washington, D.C., and explore various uses for custom domain names. Finally, I touch on the Starbucks app and the benefits of using Tello for pre-paid SIM cards. Follow on Twitter (X) : @privacypod Support the show : https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on March 14, 2024 In this week's episode: CLEAR Privacy and Selling Souls Authy discontinues the desktop app from March 19th, 2024 Alternative MFA solutions using KeepassXC and KeepassDX Storing backup MFA codes in a Veracrypt container Make sure you keep scanned copies of your credit cards and ID! Update on the SANS OSINT Summit Alternative to Mint Mobile with Tello Using the Starbucks app privately Custom domain names Show Links: CLEAR Security Breach : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0I0BTtnMC4 OSINT Combine Free Tools : osintcombine.com/freetools Whatsmyname : https://whatsmyname.app/ Tello : https://tello.com/ QR Scanner (PFA) by Secuso Research Group : https://secuso.aifb.kit.edu/english/QR_Scanner.php Skull Games : https://skullgames.io/ Trace Labs : https://www.tracelabs.org/ Expired Domains : https://www.expireddomains.net/deleted-domains/ "The right to be left alone is indeed the beginning of all freedom." - Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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009 - Data Broker Sites and a Conversation with Lawrence Gentilello from Optery 53:56

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In today's show, I have a conversation with Lawrence Gentilello, the CEO and Founder of Optery, a personal data removal service. Lawrence shares his own experiences with identity theft and what motivated him to start Optery. We also discuss the future of privacy in the United States, Utah's new privacy law, the Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), and the bare minimum you should be doing to protect and secure your private data. Follow on Twitter (X) : @privacypod Support the show : https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on March 6, 2024 Follow Ray on Twitter @ privacypod In this week's episode: Lawrence's experience with identity theft highlights the importance of a credit freeze The need for disinformation A reminder on hunting apps The future of data privacy and the need for services like Optery Data privacy in the UK and the existence of search sites like 192.com Update on next weeks show Show Links: Optery website : https://www.optery.com/ PC Magazine Editors Choice Award for Optery : https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/optery PC Magazine's list of the best personal data removal services : https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-personal-data-removal-services Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA) : https://attorneygeneral.utah.gov/utah-consumer-protection-act-a-new-law-to-protect-online-privacy/ "If privacy is outlawed, only outlaws will have privacy." - Philip R. Zimmermann, creator of PGP encryption Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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008 - Anonymity with TOR, Data Removals, and Mozilla Monitor 23:16

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In this weeks show I discuss some of the concerns of using TOR over a VPN, and take another look at data removal from people search sites, including a look at Mozilla Monitor, a new service for data removal from the makers of Firefox. I'll also discuss the importance of freezing your credit and putting the title of your home into a revocable living trust, prior to removing your records from people search sites. Follow on Twitter (X) : @privacypod Support the show : https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on February 16, 2024 In this week's episode: I'm still on the road! Anonymity with TOR and VPN Get that Credit Freeze and Revocable Living Trust Data Removals from people search sites Mozilla Monitor, a new data removal service Quick update on the Complete pfSense Setup Guide Show Links: Mozilla Monitor: https://monitor.mozilla.org Tor Browser: https://www.torproject.org/download DeepCorr: https://dl.acm.org/doi/pdf/10.1145/3243734.3243824 Foundations of Digital Privacy, Part One: https://lockdown.media/the-foundations-of-digital-privacy “If you want to keep a secret, you must also hide it from yourself.” -George Orwell Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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IMPOSTER SYNDROME | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES 20:46

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In this Friday Field Notes episode of The Lockdown, I share my experience with imposter syndrome, and compare practical privacy approaches with extreme measures, inspired by my move to the USA. Follow on Twitter (X) : @privacypod Support the show : https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on January 31, 2024 In this week's episode: Using alias names with food apps More on practical privacy vs the extreme My motivations for privacy after my move to the USA Simplewall for Windows 10 Using Virtual Machines Dual boot Windows for gaming vs productivity Micro-segmentation strategies Windows 10 LTSC for privacy? I'm the Imposter! Show Links: qView Image Viewer: https://interversehq.com/qview GPG4Win : https://www.gpg4win.org/download.html Windows 10 LTSC: h ttps://www.cdw.com/search/?key=Windows%20LTSC Simplewall: https://github.com/henrypp/simplewall "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken." -Oscar Wilde Music: The Lockdown Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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007 - Defensive OSINT, Privacy on the Road, More Aliases, and Face Morphing 52:13

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This week, I introduce Defensive OSINT, address privacy concerns while on the road, and examine the intricacies of alias usage and AI-based face morphing for photo alteration. Sharing insights from my recent travels, I highlight the need for vigilance and innovative strategies for maintaining privacy on the go. The episode explores the pros and cons of using alias names for hotel bookings, including the challenges of identity verification during check-in, while I discuss smart, alternative solutions for these scenarios. Join me as we navigate the complexities of preserving privacy in an era rife with survlleiance and data breaches, providing practical tips and advice for privacy-conscious travelers and digital citizens. Follow on Twitter (X) : @privacypod Support the show : https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on January 27, 2024 In This Week's Show: Privacy on the road with hotels, VRBO rentals, and Uber Why we do this, and the reasons behind our privacy lifestyle A look at Defensive OSINT strategies Face morphing our real photos for privacy Location tracking on your phone MySudo and pre-paid burner numbers A surprise guest? Show Links: Black Portable Hotel Door Lock: https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Security-Additional-Traveling-Apartment/dp/B0CFVS6NRN Python Script for ThisPersonDoesNotExist: https://github.com/locksec/tpdne_py Facemorph.me: https://facemorph.me Upscayl: https://www.upscayl.org File Optimizer: https://nikkhokkho.sourceforge.io/static.php?page=FileOptimizer Intro voice-over: IRLRosie - Creative Commons Attribution license (reuse allowed) Music: The Lockdown “Give me six lines written by the most honest man, and I will find something in them to hang him.” - Cardinal Richelieu Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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006 - When you Lose your Phone, Nextcloud, and Backups with Restic and Backblaze B2 42:27

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In this week's episode, it's time to wrap up 2023 with another look at Privacy.com, and my strategies for avoiding bank account lockout. I delve into the CIA Triad, breaking down its relevance to everyday privacy concerns. The episode also takes a practical turn with a guide on using FindMyDevice on GrapheneOS, and the FindMyDevice feature on the Garmin Instinct 2 watch for tracking lost phones. I also tackle the debate between biometric authentication and passcodes, taking our threat model into consideration. For those interested in storage synchronization solutions, I discuss using Nextcloud for a variety of purposes, including photo backups, syncing Keepass, and markdown notes, highlighting its versatility for privacy. Join me for an episode packed with valuable insights and tips for enhancing your digital privacy and security as we welcome in 2024! Follow on Twitter (X) : @privacypod Support the show : https://www.patreon.com/TheLockdown This episode was recorded on January 03, 2024 In this week's episode: 1. Closing 2023 with Privacy.com 2. How the CIA Triad Relates to privacy 3. Tracking Lost Phones with FindMyDevice on GrapheneOS and a Garmin watch 4. Biometric authentication vs Passcodes 5. Using Nextcloud for photo backups, Keepass Sync, and taking notes in Markdown 6. Backups with Backblaze B2 and Restic Show Links: https://www.privacy.com https://strongboxsafe.com https://www.keepassdx.com https://grapheneos.org https://gitlab.com/Nulide/findmydevice https://obsidian.md https://www.backblaze.com/cloud-storage https://restic.net https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/775697 Ray Ban Meta News: https://san.com/cc/investigation-into-new-meta-smart-glasses-brings-privacy-concerns Music: The Lockdown " We suffer more often in imagination than in reality. " - Seneca Official Website : https://psysecure.com Podcast music: The R3cluse ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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