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Episode 1378 – Samsung Bans ChatGPT, Should You

Samsung had a memo leak out that bans employees from using generative AI like ChatGPT. This episode talks about the ban and why you need to understand how everything works if you are deciding to limit AI tools in your organization.  Be aware, be safe. ...

Episode 1377 – T-Mobile Breached Again

Another day, another T-Mobile breach. For the second time in 2023 T-Mobile has announced another breach. Only 1,000 customers this time, this episode talks about this incident. Be aware, be safe. Support the show and get access to behind the scenes con...

Read an Excerpt from “American Born” by Rachel M. Brownstein

American Born is an incisive memoir of Rachel M. Brownstein’s seemingly quintessential Jewish mother, Reisel Thaler, a resilient and courageous immigrant in New York. Living life as the heroine of her own story, Reisel reminds us how to laugh despite tragedy, find our courage, and be our most unapologetically authentic

Episode 1375 – An Old Hacking Technique Still Works Today

Hackers and data miners go to lengths to get a target's data. One way to 'dumpster dive' their devices. An old method that still works is to buy used equipment, cheap and usually filled with ripe data. This episode talks about a recent study.  Be aware...

Jerry Springer, king of daytime talk, remembered for cultural impact

Chicago pays tribute to Jerry Springer, the former daytime talk show king whose controversial and dramatic program aired from NBC Tower in the 1990s. WBEZ's Natalie Moore offers reflections on his legacy beyond weekday afternoons. Host: Mary Dixon

Chicago Transit Authority cleans up ‘L’ trains, buses

Efforts include more janitors, more powerwashing and two dozen station upgrades, part of a bigger effort to boost public confidence in public transit. Host: Mary Dixon; Reporter: Samantha Callender

Five Questions with David K. Johnson, author of “The Lavender Scare”

On April 27, 1953, President Eisenhower signed Executive Order 10450, “Security Requirements for Government Employment,” which authorized investigations to determine whether the “employment or retention of employment in the Federal service of the person being investigated is clearly consistent with the interests of the national security.” Among the list of

Kim Foxx will not run for reelection

As Cook County State’s Attorney, Foxx has faced intense scrutiny. WBEZ's Patrick Smith analyzes her decision to step down. Host: Melba Lara; Reporter: Patrick Smith and Lauren Frost