Topic: Christopher Tarbell

2 chapters across the catalog

Hate-Spewing Hashtags
Episode 553 1:05:21 - 1:09:24

553: Hate-Spewing Hashtags

Silk Road Indictment, Dread Pirate Roberts and FBI Agent Christopher Tarbell

The indictment of Ross Ulbricht, allegedly the "Dread Pirate Roberts" of Silk Road, is scrutinized for its detailed descriptions of how to buy drugs anonymously. FBI Special Agent Christopher Tarbell, known for the Sabu/Anonymous case, led the investigation that resulted in Ulbricht's arrest in San Francisco. The hosts question the lack of a public "perp walk" and the amateurish nature of the evidence linking Ulbricht to the site's code.

Hate-Spewing Hashtags
Episode 553 1:33:00 - 1:37:38

553: Hate-Spewing Hashtags

Tor Security Skepticism, Reuters Reporting and Internews Speakers Bureau

Skepticism is raised regarding the true security of the Tor network for its one million registered users following the Silk Road seizure. Reuters is criticized for quoting the criminal complaint as if it were a direct statement from government officials. Additionally, the Internews Network's "Speakers Bureau" is highlighted, featuring directors of global human rights programs working in Asia and Africa.