207: Bespoke Passwords Are Not Cute

Andy is about to make a terrible purchasing decision, and he's proclaiming it all on this week's podcast. After the break, Andy and Flo discuss why Google is accused of "killing the news," and why usernames and passwords aren't all that effective at keeping you safe. Then, we'll dive into the latest Pixel 4 rumors (is it a rumor if Google confirms it?).

Andy is about to make a terrible purchasing decision, and he's proclaiming it all on this week's podcast. After the break, Andy and Flo discuss why Google is accused of "killing the news," and why usernames and passwords aren't all that effective at keeping you safe. Then, we'll dive into the latest Pixel 4 rumors (is it a rumor if Google confirms it?).

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Links and Show Notes:

News Media Alliance claims that Google makes $4.7 billion a year off newspapers

Jeff Jarvis calls BS

Passwords are not that great

Pixel 4 rumors as leaked by Google

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