Topic: Edward Jacobs

Sarah Harrison, a close associate of Julian Assange, has moved to Germany after spending months with Edward Snowden in Russia. She and other activists like Jacob Appelbaum are promoting the "effective exile" narrative, claiming they cannot safely return to their home countries. However, records show Appelbaum has continued to travel internationally, including a trip to Hawaii, challenging the "exile" status.

Edward Snowden received a Whistleblower of the Year award in Germany, with Jacob Appelbaum accepting on his behalf. Discussion turns to Salon Magazine's financial backing by the chairman of Adobe and its recent hit piece on New York Times columnist David Brooks. The economic viability of digital media outlets like The Verge and Boing Boing is questioned as venture capital and advertising models struggle.

Jacob Applebaum, co-founder of the Tor network, accepted a whistleblower award on behalf of Edward Snowden in Berlin. The ceremony featured a speech by Applebaum that emphasized "personal agency" and the ability to stand against corruption. Questions are raised regarding why Applebaum accepted the award instead of filmmaker Laura Poitras, and whether his rhetoric aligns with his past roles as a spokesperson for Julian Assange.

Jacob Applebaum and Laura Poitras have relocated to Berlin, citing the city's historical understanding of surveillance and secret police actions. Applebaum's speech invoked the memory of the Stasi to call for international solidarity with American whistleblowers. The segment criticizes the decision to live abroad while claiming "courage is contagious," suggesting the move is an insult to those remaining in the United States.

The hosts acknowledge major donations from the "Black Baron of Silicon Valley" and Edward Jacobs. A story is shared about a great-grandfather who pitched a perfect game for Pawtucket, which leads to a discussion about San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum's recent no-hitter and the recovery of a listener from hip replacement surgery.