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So, Bob

Spoke Media
What is technology doing to you? Civilian podcast producer Alia Tavakolian has always felt like a dumb tech consumer. Veteran tech-journalist Bob Sullivan has spent his life showing people they're not dumb tech consumers - they're being hacked. Each week, Bob and Alia join forces to answer your questions and untangle your sanity from this dark, scary world wide web. So, Bob is a Spoke Media original.
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Episodes

Introducing: UNDER COVER OF KNIGHT

Hey hey! We've got a new mystery podcast we think you'll love - UNDER COVER OF KNIGHT. Alia & Bob both worked on this one, and you'll even hear Bob's voice in it, too! You can binge the whole series right now - follow UNDER COVER OF KNIGHT on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or any of the podcast places. UNDER COVER OF KNIGHT In 1996, Sue Knight was found dead in her Athens, TX, home. Her will named a loose acquaintance as the executor of her estate, but after an alleged phone call from the CIA and a...

Aug 08, 20233 min

No Place To Hide: Catching Up On The Data Broker Project

In the final installment of our data broker project, Duke students Carter Forinash and Jake Satisky talk about what it took to remove all of Keith Reynold's information from the web. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

May 04, 202017 minSeason 2Ep. 14

No Place To Hide: The Ghost Of 2030

In a decade, the world will look pretty bleak if nothing is done to put some guardrails around invasive technologies. What rules, what innovations, might save us from this dark future? National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs Hotline: 212-714-1141 Visit TechSafety.org for information on technology in the context of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and violence against women. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 27, 202048 minSeason 2Ep. 13

No Place To Hide: I Spy...

What does it feel like to be watched? What if you aren't even aware you've been spotted in the first place? National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs Hotline: 212-714-1141 Visit TechSafety.org for information on technology in the context of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and violence against women. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 20, 202040 minSeason 2Ep. 12

No Place To Hide: On Location

We know why privacy matters, but we all have this vague sense like it’s slowly being taken away from us. So, the irresistible question is, what might the future look like if our privacy is gone completely? National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs Hotline: 212-714-1141 Visit TechSafety.org for information on technology in the context of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and violence against women. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 13, 202034 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Checking In - Day 18

It's the last check-in for awhile and Bob and Alia have poems, a song and some words of encouragement for you. The song you heard today was River of Happiness, by the one and only Dolly Parton. If you have any good things to share, don't hesitate to message us on Twitter @SoBobPod, email us at sobob@spokemedia.io, or call us at 253-470-8398. We love hearing from you. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 10, 202015 min

Checking In - Day 17

It's Thursday. Let's think about some good things. Things we reference in this episode: -If you or someone you know is experiencing or has experienced domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233); they also have a live chat option -Dolly Parton is reading us bedtime stories! -We talked with Rachel Gibson, from The National Network to End Domestic Violence Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 09, 202019 min

Checking In - Day 16

Time to take your daily dose of Bob and Alia. Things we reference in this episode: -If you or someone you know is experiencing or has experienced domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at1-800-799-SAFE (7233); they also have a live chat option -Be on the look out for our miniseries, No Place to Hide, dropping next Monday! Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 08, 202011 min

Checking In - Day 15

Just a couple of good things for ya on a Tuesday. Things we referenced in this episode: -Young Isles Fan's B-day Celebration -Samuel L. Jackson's New Book - Stay the F*ck At Home Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 07, 202015 min

Checking In - Day 14

This is your reminder to call someone you love and check in on them. Things we reference in this episode: -If you or someone you know is experiencing or has experienced domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233); they also have a live chat option -Psychology Today is a great place to search for a therapist -Apps like Talkspace and Better Help are great resources for virtual therapy as well Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 06, 202018 min

Checking In - Day 13

It's Friday and it's time for (you guessed it) your daily dose of good news from Bob and Alia. Things we referenced in today's episode: -Animal Crossing -Animal Crossing song Alia is obsessed with -Bob's Church in Louisville -Today's song is Ooh Child by The Five Stair Steps Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 03, 202020 min

Checking In - Day 12

Checking in with some very good things. Things we mentioned in this episode: -Bob's Tech Garage Cleanout -NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts -T-Pain's Tiny Desk Concert -Tank and the Bangas Tiny Desk Concert Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 02, 202023 min

Checking In - Day 11

We've got some silver linings (and exploding kittens) for ya today. Things we referenced in this episode: Exploding Kittens Home Safari - Cincinnati Zoo Tom Petty - Free Fallin' Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Apr 01, 202017 min

Checking In - Day 10

It's Tuesday and time for some good news. Things we referenced in today's episode: -Teddy Bear Hunts -John Krasinski's new YouTube series: Some Good News -Earth, Wind and Fire - Keep Your Head to the Sky Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 31, 202015 min

Checking In - Day 9

Happy Monday. Bob and Alia have some good things to brighten your morning. Spoiler alert: it involves Lizzo. Meditate with Lizzo Now, listen to the Meditation Remix Lastly, wave to your local grocer, truck driver, or mailman today. Coconut Oil Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 30, 202016 min

Checking In - Day 8

A couple good things for you on a Friday. Featuring So, Bob Story Editor and all around Good Human Carson McCain. Things we reference in this episode: -Sir Patrick Stewart Reading Sonnets on Instagram -When I Am Older - Olaf's song from Frozen 2 -You'll Never Walk Alone Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 27, 202024 min

Checking In - Day 7

Some days are hard. But here's a silver lining for ya. Things we referenced in this episode: -Snohomish Fire Department Teaching Kids Math and Science -Snohomish, WA -Clint McElroy is Reading One Chapter of The Hobbit Everyday -Clint McElroy Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 26, 202016 min

Checking In - Day 6

Get ready for some good things. Things we referenced in today's episode: -Story Time From Space -Random acts of kindness! Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 25, 202016 min

Checking In - Day 5

It's Tuesday. Time to check in and dance it out. Things we reference in this episode: -Ryan Heffington's Dance Class on IG Live (seriously, do it - it's giving us all LIFE) -You can Venmo Ryan @Ryan-Heffington -Vin Scully LA Times Interview Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 24, 202015 min

Checking In - Day 4

Good Morning. It's your daily silver lining. Things we referenced in today's episode: Concellation 2020 Nowruz - Persian New Year Song: Soltane Ghlabha (there is also this more modern version by Persian superstars Leila Forouhar & Aref) Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 23, 202018 min

Checking In - Day 3

Hey, you. Bob and Alia are here to tell you something good. Things we referenced in today's episode: -Pick of the Litter -Debbie Allen's Free Dance Class -Vince Burke, DPT Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 20, 202014 min

Checking In - Day 2

Hear that? It's the sound of some good news. Things we referenced in today's ep: -https://helpmainstreet.com/ -Lemons! Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 19, 202015 min

Checking In - Day 1

How are you? Alia calls Bob to find out and share something good. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Mar 18, 202019 min

No Place To Hide: A Dangerous Moment

We know privacy means life or death to some people. We know that corporations and congress have sat back and done next to nothing to address privacy. So, what can be done now that we’re here? Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Dec 09, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 10

No Place To Hide: Mistakes Were Made

People have been worrying about privacy for decades, even before the Internet. So...where did we go wrong? Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Dec 02, 201943 minSeason 2Ep. 9

No Place To Hide: Life Or Death

Privacy isn’t a luxury. For some a threat to privacy can be a matter of life or death. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs Hotline: 212-714-1141 Visit TechSafety.org for information on technology in the context of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and violence against women. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Nov 25, 201949 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Is A Cashless Society In Our Future?

What are the implications of going cashless? Is this a good thing or a bad thing, or a little bit of both? Bob and Alia talk to Gartner research analyst Avivah Litan to find some answers. Curious to learn more about a cashless future? Go to https://bobsullivan.net/topics/sobob/ for more info. So, Bob is a Spoke Media original. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Nov 18, 201945 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Minisode: Do VPNs Actually Work?

Do VPNs protect our security and privacy like they all claim? What are they anyway? Bob answers this question in our final minisode of the season! Thanks to David in Quebec for asking today's question. Curious to learn more about VPNs? Visit https://bobsullivan.net/topics/sobob/ for more info. So, Bob is a Spoke Media original. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Nov 11, 201919 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Can Dungeons And Dragons Teach Me How To Be A Good Human?

Is the renaissance of tabletop games in part thanks to tech? Can Dungeons and Dragons actually teach me how to be a better human? Join Alia as she joins a band of thieves in her very first D&D campaign. This week’s guests are journalist and author Mary Pilon and Dungeon Master Victoria Rogers of The Broadswords. Dying to know more about today's ep? Head to https://bobsullivan.net/sobob/ So, Bob is a Spoke Media original. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Nov 04, 201953 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Minisode: Should I Diversify My Devices?

Should I go all-in on one tech company, knowing that it has all of my data? Or is it more wise to diversify the companies I give my information to? Bob tackles this confusing question on today's minisode. Thanks to Tyler in Shawnee, Kansas for sending in today's question. Want to learn more about this topic? Check out https://bobsullivan.net/topics/sobob/ So, Bob is a Spoke Media original. Texas Tax rate at 80% of 8.25%

Oct 28, 201921 minSeason 2Ep. 4
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