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Techlore Talks

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Google
Synology
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Privacy
Cryptee
Progressive Web Apps
Digital Rights
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Senator Ron Wyden
Tor Project
Protonmail
Privacy Community
Consumer Reports
Google Play Protect
Free Software Foundation Europe
Tutanota
Molvad Browser
Bitwarden
Security

Techlore Talks brings you in-depth conversations with the experts at the forefront of privacy, security, and digital rights. Hosted by Henry Fisher, founder of Techlore and long-time digital rights educator, each episode features meaningful discussions with the people building, researching, and advocating for digital freedom. From cybersecurity researchers and privacy tool developers to open-sourc... more

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Most ad blockers start by blocking everything—then you become tech support for friends & family when pages break. Henry interviewed JP Schmetz, founder of Brave Search and CEO of Ghostery, about making trackers visible, why there are only 3 search in... more

Most password managers use your master password as the encryption key—which means it can be phished and brute-forced. Passbolt uses a random private key instead. Henry interviewed co-founder Remy Bertot about why they optimized Passbolt for teams, ho... more

Ad blockers have broad permissions to intercept all your web traffic—which means you need to know which ones to trust. Henry interviewed the CTO and co-founded of AdGuard about why they pivoted from data collection to privacy protection, how DNS filt... more

Peer-to-peer networks have no servers—just devices talking directly to each other. Henry interviewed Mathias Buus Madsen, CEO of Holepunch, about how BitTorrent handled 40 million users without servers, why their messenger Keet can't go down even whe... more

SimpleX Chat is the only messaging network where users have no identifiers—no phone numbers, no usernames, no user IDs at all. Henry interviewed founder Evgeny Poberezkin about how unidirectional message pipes create a network where servers don't eve... more

You don't have to trust Obscura—you just have to trust that not both Obscura and Mullvad are compromised. Henry sat down with Carl, former Bitcoin Core developer and founder of Obscura VPN, to discuss how it's the first VPN that mathematically can't ... more

The Digital Markets Act is a can opener for Big Tech's walled gardens, forcing Apple, Google, and Microsoft to open their platforms whether they like it or not. Henry sat down with Lucas Lasota from the FSFE (Free Software Foundation of Europe) to un... more

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This special compilation episode brings together exclusive interviews from the Ad Filtering Dev Summit (AFDS) in October 2024. Henry sat down with developers and leaders from AdGuard, Brave, and the creator of the legendary Peter Lowe block list to d... more

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Marloes de Koning
Dutch reporter with NRC, covering tech-related issues with a focus on privacy and regulation.
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Episode: Is the World Too Dependent on American Tech? (Dutch Journalist Interview)
Ricardo Signes
Chief Engineer at Fastmail
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Episode: The Email Provider Google Doesn't Want You to Know About (Fastmail Interview)
Jose Briones
YouTuber focused on dumb phones and digital minimalism
YouTube
Episode: Dumb Phones & Privacy: Digital Minimalism with Jose Briones
Wessel Klein Snakenborg
Founder of Nova Custom, a laptop company focused on privacy and security.
Nova Custom
Episode: From Coreboot to Qubes: Secure Hardware Deep Dive with NovaCustom
Daniel Saltman
CEO and founder of Redact.dev
Redact.dev
Episode: The CEO Who Wants to Delete Your Digital Past
Benny Vasquez
Chair of the AlmaLinux OS Foundation with a background in technology and open-source
AlmaLinux OS Foundation
Episode: How AlmaLinux Rose from CentOS's Ashes
Vishnu Mohandas
Founder and CEO of Ente
Ente
Episode: Ente - Google Photos with Privacy! (ft. CEO Vishnu Mohandas)
Abdullah Atta
CEO and lead developer of Notesnook
Notesnook
Episode: The Future of Notes is Private! - Abdullah Atta/Notesnook Interview
Hanna Bozakov
Press officer at Tuta, previously Tutanota
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Episode: Who Runs Your Email? Revealing Tuta's Security with Hanna Bozakov

Hosts

Henry Fisher
Host of Techlore Talks, and founder of Techlore, a long-time digital rights educator.
Jonah Aragon
Co-host of Techlore Talks.

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Why Everyone Should Use an Ad Blocker (AdGuard Interview)
Q: How does the new API from Apple enhance privacy?
The API allows apps to filter traffic system-wide without knowing the domain names, ensuring enhanced privacy for users.
Why Everyone Should Use an Ad Blocker (AdGuard Interview)
Q: What is AdGuard and how did it evolve from just ad blocking?
Andrzej explains how AdGuard started as a simple ad blocker and evolved into a comprehensive tool, adding features like VPN and DNS filtering to meet growing privacy concerns.
Why This Password Manager Requires a Private Key (Passbolt Interview)
Q: How does Passbolt differentiate itself from traditional password managers?
Instead of relying on user-generated passwords, Passbolt uses a unique private key system, enhancing security and usability by preventing phishing and unauthorized access to credentials.
Why This Password Manager Requires a Private Key (Passbolt Interview)
Q: What is the target demo for Passbolt, and how has that evolved?
Historically, the target demo has been businesses with security needs, especially those conscious of privacy and requiring fine-grained permissioning. This focus remains, with adaptations to meet evolving market demands.
Why This Password Manager Requires a Private Key (Passbolt Interview)
Q: What are the general pros and cons of different approaches to password managers?
Passbolt offers enterprise-focused solutions with self-hosting capabilities, while mainstream options may prioritize personal use and convenience. Organizations often choose based on security posture and operational needs.

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What is Techlore Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series focuses on conversations with experts dedicated to various aspects of privacy, security, and digital rights. Notable topics featured include emerging privacy technologies, the intricacies of cybersecurity, open-source advocacy, and the implications of surveillance on personal freedoms. Episodes often highlight discussions surrounding encryption methods, tech policies, and the importance of digital sovereignty in the context of rapidly evolving technological landscapes. Unique to this series, it positions itself as a platform for engaging dialogues with individuals deeply involved in shaping digital freedom, making it a valuable resource for listeners keen on understanding and navigating the complexities of technology and its imp... more

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