The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security
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Official Website: https://lockdown.mediaWelcome 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.Follow the show on Twitter @privacypod
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Official Website: https://lockdown.mediaWelcome 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.Follow the show on Twitter @privacypod
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013: iCloud Private Relay, Complete pfSense Guide, and Privacy for Kids
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.
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The Complete Setup Guide to pfSense fo...Episode 13 • 27 July 2024 • 50m and 34s
012: Back to the Basics, Back to the iPhone, Authy API Abuse
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!
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Episode 12 • 19 July 2024 • 32m and 34s
011 - Living Like a Recluse, Living Trusts, GrapheneOS, and Listener Questions
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.
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Living in the mountainsBuying a house with a living trustPotential pitfalls with title deeds and mortgage lendersBalancing privacy and...Episode 11 • 24 May 2024 • 53m and 13s
010 - Alternatives to Authy, SANS OSINT Summit, and Selling your Soul to CLEAR
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.
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Episode 10 • 15 March 2024 • 37m and 7s
009 - Data Broker Sites and a Conversation with Lawrence Gentilello from Optery
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.
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Episode 9 • 8 March 2024 • 53m and 55s
008 - Anonymity with TOR, Data Removals, and Mozilla Monitor
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.
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Episode 8 • 16 February 2024 • 23m and 15s
IMPOSTER SYNDROME | FRIDAY FIELD NOTES
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.
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This episode was recorded on January 31, 2024
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Using alias names with food appsMore on practical privacy vs the extremeMy motivations for privacy after my move to the USASimplewall for Windows 10Using Virtual MachinesDual boot Windows for gaming vs...Episode • 1 February 2024 • 20m and 45s
007 - Defensive OSINT, Privacy on the Road, More Aliases, and Face Morphing
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...
Episode 7 • 29 January 2024 • 52m and 12s
006 - When you Lose your Phone, Nextcloud, and Backups with Restic and Backblaze B2
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...
Episode 6 • 5 January 2024 • 42m and 26s
005 - Brave vs Firefox, and When Privacy Goes Wrong
In this week’s show, Ray Heffer gives a farewell to Michael Bazzell's Privacy, Security, and OSINT show. Also, speculation about living in a faraday cage continues, and the reasons Firefox is still better than Brave for privacy and security. Ray also talks about when privacy techniques go wrong, with his lockout from Privacy.com.
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This episode was recorded on November 22nd, 2023
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IntroductionNotable mention for Mich...Episode 5 • 24 November 2023 • 30m and 7s
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