4 chapters across the catalog
A personal anecdote about using a physical leash for a toddler in airports leads to a discussion on modern technological alternatives. The concept of using GPS-enabled necklaces and smartphone apps to create "geofences" for children is explored. The hosts joke about the potential for "shock collars" to train children for a future of societal compliance.
TSA Boarding Pass Scanning and Employee Misconduct
The TSA is testing new automated machines at Dulles, Houston, and San Juan airports that scan IDs and boarding passes to verify travelers. The hosts argue this is a data-tracking initiative rather than a security measure. Additionally, a TSA agent at Boston's Logan International Airport was recently arrested in a major child pornography crackdown, marking the third such incident in that location.
The Sunday Times recently featured various GPS and RF devices designed for parents to track their children. This leads to a debate between the hosts regarding the ethics and practicality of using child leashes in public places like airports.
Verizon is running commercials that normalize the tracking of children via mobile maps, framing it as a tool for parental peace of mind. This marketing strategy is seen as a way to reduce resistance to pervasive RFID surveillance. By setting the stage through news stories about lost individuals and helpful technology, companies create a demand for constant location monitoring.
