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Adam Curry describes being locked out of his personal Instagram account due to a "device recognition" loop, preventing him from promoting the new official No Agenda podcast Instagram page. The hosts lament the "Silicon Valley model" of automated support that leaves users stranded, comparing it to similar issues with Google and Twitter.
A customer was reportedly locked out of his smart home and Amazon account after a delivery driver alleged his Eufy doorbell made a racist remark. The hosts discuss the dangers of being "wired to the gills" and the risks of centralized control over home security and lighting.
Australia Northern Territory Implements Strict Unvaccinated Lockouts
Chief Minister Michael Gunner announced a strict "lockout" for unvaccinated residents in Australia's Northern Territory. Unvaccinated individuals aged 16 and older are prohibited from leaving their homes except for medical treatment, essential goods, or caregiving. Unlike previous rules, work and exercise are no longer valid reasons for the unvaccinated to leave their residences.
The segment critiques the trivial nature of mainstream news headlines from CNN, MSNBC, and Fox News. It highlights a specific incident where a teenager successfully hoaxed CNBC by tweeting a fake story about an escort service during the NBA lockout. The hosts use this to illustrate the lack of vetting and over-reliance on social media in modern journalism.
