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The podcast that tells true stories about the people making and breaking our digital world. We take listeners into the world of cyber and intelligence without all the techie jargon. Every Tuesday and Friday, former NPR investigations correspondent Dina Temple-Raston and the team draw back the curtain on ransomware attacks, mysterious hackers, and the people who are trying to stop them.

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Police reports often become the first official account of what happened during an encounter. Now AI is helping write them. In this CyberMonday crossover with WAMU and NPR’s 1A news magazine, we look at what changes when that account starts with a mac... more

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Somewhere right now, a camera is scanning a face. A license plate reader is logging a car. And most of us barely notice anymore. We sit down with NYU law professor Barry Friedman to talk about how surveillance became the background noise of modern li... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Guthrie Ferguson
Law professor, George Washington University Law School, author of Your Data Will Be Used Against You
George Washington University Law School
Episode: Shaping the record
Ian Adams
Former police officer, now academic; involved in early adoption of body cams
University of South Carolina (Assistant Professor)
Episode: Shaping the record
Matt Barter
Lieutenant, Manchester Police Department
Manchester Police Department
Episode: Shaping the record
Rick Smith
CEO of Axon
Axon
Episode: Shaping the record
Noah Spitzer Williams
Draft One team member
Axon (Draft One team)
Episode: Shaping the record
Rana El-Khaloubi
AI scientist, entrepreneur, investor
Pioneers of AI
Episode: Shaping the record
Barry Friedman
Law professor at New York University School of Law; founder of The Policing Project
New York University; The Policing Project
Episode: Miracles and wonder
Darren Linville
Professor at Clemson University, co-director and founder of Clemson's Media Forensics Hub
Clemson University
Episode: Drowning out the truth
Liam Knox
Education reporter with Bloomberg News
Bloomberg News
Episode: The people we sent away

Hosts

Dina Temple-Raston
Host of Click Here
Karen Duffin
Co-host and reporter for Click Here

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 979 ratings
  • Not worth it

    Used to be good but some of the claims made are so fundamentally wrong that you’d not trust anything this show puts out anymore. long time listener but no longer.

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    Spiff079
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Over commercialization

    Too many commercials. Not enough information

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    TexasTattoo
    United States3 months ago
  • Two Months of Repeats!

    I have listened to all 310 episodes. Except the repeats. The constant repeats without a clear warning that it is a repeat suggests a strong lack of conservation for your audience.

    I liked when you went in depth into the details of threats. But as many others have said. The political bias has been getting out of hand.

    I have unsubscribed. I cannot continue to waste my time starting a podcast just to realize it is a complete repeat. The mic drops were bad enough as they had some new and some o... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    A Mindful Listener
    United States4 months ago
  • Perfect show for now

    Informed, investigative reporting. Great stories. Tech for non-techies. So glad it’s now a weekly show on our local NPR station!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MMXkMN
    United States5 months ago
  • Propaganda

    This podcast is communist propaganda.

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    zzzzzzzz....zzzz
    United States5 months ago

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Guests and stories are described as insightful, timely, and varied across technology, policy, and human impact.
The show delivers accessible, investigative storytelling about cybersecurity and information, with strong host presence.
Listeners appreciate the mix of real-world cases and policy context; some critique pacing and repetition.

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#15
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#33
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#47
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#51
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Talking Points

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Drowning out the truth
Q: Do you think that's a cultural reason why disinformation in China or propaganda there is different than in Russia? Is it cultural?
Yes, it reflects a complex exchange between power and information that differs by country, with China presenting a transactional bargain where the state provides stability and benefits in exchange for allegiance, which in turn shapes how propaganda is consumed and mobilized.
It didn’t look like propaganda
Q: How did the daily routine of teaching become a tool of propaganda?
It gradually shifted from normal classroom activities to explicitly political content, with scripts and instructions guiding what teachers should say and do.
It didn’t look like propaganda
Q: What compelled you to send that first message to the American filmmaker and share these videos?
He wanted someone outside the system to understand and see the truth behind the classroom's changes, beyond official channels.
The people we sent away
Q: How much of the story depends on people who came to this country from somewhere else?
A large portion of the historical narrative relies on international talent who trained and stayed in the US, and policy shifts threaten that pipeline, potentially changing how American innovation develops.
The firehose of falsehoods
Q: What impact does the 'firehose of falsehood' have on someone trying to make sense of the world?
It can lead to despair about ever knowing what is true, pushing people to rely on power structures rather than truth and to disengage from seeking reliable information.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Click Here

What is Click Here about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A narrative-focused tech and cybersecurity program that foregrounds investigative reporting on ransomware, disinformation, digital rights, and the people shaping our online world. Episodes mix hard-hitting storytelling with accessible explanations, featuring experts, researchers, and practitioners who dissect how hacking, surveillance, and policy intersect with everyday life. Notable strengths include human-centered storytelling, a steady stream of timely topics (from AI-aided ethics to critical infrastructure and digital inclusion), and a consistent emphasis on understanding complex tech without jargon. The show often screens real-world incidents and policy debates through compelling case studies, making it a strong fit for listeners who w... more

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