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Off The Hook is a weekly show on WBAI radio, New York, produced by 2600 Magazine. This feed offers a low-bitrate (16k) MP3 version of the show.

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Alex is out, LG TVs caught snooping, what's changed since 9/11, lifting some airport restrictions, documents released regarding air quality after 9/11.

Everyone is still sick, Alex is in Greece, listener email, new AI rules for school kids in NYC, Flock camera bans.

Still recovering from HOPE, everyone's sick, listener phone calls, explaining technical terms, X10 home automation, fighting against the commercialization of the Internet.

Post HOPE show, the panel reminisces about their favorite moments of the con, music from the conference, YouTube takes down conference streams, march to the old Hotel Penn site, moderating panels, interacting with people on the street, Renoly Santiag... more

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Rhonda Howbin
Co-author of Netizens on the History and Impact of Usenet and the Internet
Author / Internet historian
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:00:00 EST
Lambda Calculus
Guest who spoke about rewilding the Internet
Independent speaker
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:00:00 EST
Effie Urbelis
Moderator discussing technology and domestic violence issues at HOPE
Brooklyn DA's Office (Technology and Litigation Bureau) / NY State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:00:00 EST
Cindy Cohen
Former Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 12 Aug 2026 19:00:00 EST
Rap P. Firefly
Guest on Off The Hook (discussion participant)
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 24 Jun 2026 19:00:00 EST
Jason Scott
Guest, associated with Internet Archive and textfiles.com
Internet Archive / textfiles.com
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:00:00 EST
Rob T. Firefly
Guest discussing tech policy and surveillance
Independent researcher / commentator
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:00:00 EST
Anthony Lester
Friend of the show from London
Chelsea Arts Club (guest)
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:00:00 EST
Emma Best
Investigative journalist, founder of Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDoSecrets)
Distributed Denial of Secrets (DDoSecrets)
Episode: Off The Hook - Wed, 26 Nov 2025 19:00:00 EST

Hosts

Emmanuel Goldstein
Long-running host with a central role in steering conversations around technology policy, privacy, and civil liberties.
Kyle
Co-host and regular on the show; part of main hosting duo at times.
Gila
Co-host contributing technical and policy perspectives; frequent guest on discussions about privacy and tech policy.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
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    I have been a avid wbai supporter threw the highs and lows I have not missed a show in almost 15 years

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    Rachelle Balis
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Off The Hook - Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:00:00 EST
Q: Can you break down the jargon when you discuss Internet topics so late- audience can understand?
We try to make things approachable and simple, while still getting into the technical details, to ensure everyone from grandma to niece can understand what's going on.
Off The Hook - Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:00:00 EST
Q: What are the long-term goals for expanding beyond Nest thermostats?
The goal is to enable self-hosted, open-source control for a range of IoT devices, such as more home automation hardware and possibly other brands, aiming to reduce dependence on manufacturer ecosystems.
Off The Hook - Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:00:00 EST
Q: Can you walk us through how the No Longer Evil project reactivates a bricked thermostat?
The process involves flashing the thermostat via USB using a shell script, then linking it to a self-hosted server or the hosted service, after which standard Nest-like setup steps resume, enabling control and history viewing.
Off The Hook - Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:00:00 EST
Q: Alex, what does KC mean and why did it change from QC to KC?
KC stands for King's Counsel, a title that replaced the old QC; it reflects a shift in terminology from Queen's Counsel to King's Counsel as the monarchy changed, and the hosts discuss the evolution of legal titles.
Off The Hook - Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:00:00 EST
Q: Jason, could you explain the origins of the Internet Archive and what it set out to achieve?
Jason explains that the Archive began as a mission to preserve the web's history, evolving from early gopher and Alexa-backed metrics work into a non-profit memory of the internet known as the Wayback Machine, now essential for journalists and researchers to access past content.

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A weekly tech-focused discussion that blends hacking culture, digital rights, privacy, and policy with frequent calls from listeners. Episodes cover current events in cybersecurity, AI, surveillance, media freedom, and technology governance, often tempered by humor and a skeptical viewpoint toward corporate tech power and government overreach. Notable throughlines include HOPE and DEFCON-era culture, debates about transparency and accountability of AI firms and data centers, and a strong emphasis on practical safety and civil liberties in technology. The show frequently features a rotating panel of knowledgeable guests and regulars who contribute policy, technical, and community perspectives, making it a go-to for listeners who want candid ... more

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2. Lambda Calculus
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