Topic: Fbi Surveillance Van

2 chapters across the catalog

Learn Russian!
Episode 933 1:59:13 - 2:01:49

933: Learn Russian!

Hotspot Naming Trends, Jihadi SSID Incident

A Thompson Air flight was delayed after a passenger noticed a WiFi hotspot named "Jihadi," leading to a security scare. The incident sparked a discussion on creative and provocative SSID names, ranging from "FBI Surveillance Van" to "Hillary Clinton's Email Server," and the lack of creativity in most residential building networks.

Make Happy
Episode 574 1:48 - 3:21

574: Make Happy

HTC One Battery Issues, FBI Surveillance Van Wi-Fi

John C. Dvorak critiques an HTC One Android phone received from Leo Laporte, citing extreme battery drain. During a check of local Wi-Fi networks, Dvorak notices an SSID labeled "FBI Surveillance Van" which subsequently disappears. The hosts discuss the presence of a "booty patrol" vehicle in the neighborhood.