6 chapters across the catalog
TV Recommendations, Berlin Station, PizzaGate Skepticism
The hosts share television recommendations including "Berlin Station" and "People of Earth." Adam Curry clarifies his stance on the "PizzaGate" conspiracy theory, stating that while he finds the lack of specific victims suspicious, he acknowledges the broader reality of pedophilia within government institutions.
The hosts praise the TNT series "Mr. Robot" for its high production quality and compelling storytelling. They discuss the cultural etiquette surrounding spoilers for the show, noting that even casual viewers seem protective of the plot's twists.
Hollywood Hacking Tropes, Phone Tracing and Password Cracking
The hosts discuss common inaccuracies in television depictions of technology, such as the "90-second trace" for phone calls. They criticize shows like NCIS for depicting hackers guessing complex passwords based on personal details like a pet's name. They contrast these tropes with the more realistic "human hacking" shown in the series Mr. Robot.
A host recounts binging the first six episodes of the television series Mr. Robot while staying at a KOA campground in Bastrop, Texas. The show is praised for its profound metaphors regarding human "daemons" and its critique of the modern financial system and social media. The creator's comments regarding the first season being exposition for a larger plot in season two are also noted.
The pilot of the series *Mr. Robot* is praised for its realistic portrayal of hacker culture and its protagonist's struggle against a massive conglomerate known as "E Corp" (or "Evil Corp"). The show is compared to the short-lived series *Rubicon* for its technical accuracy and compelling narrative. Additionally, Lily Tomlin's performance in the Netflix series *Grace and Frankie* is highlighted as an example of outstanding modern acting.
North Korean Cyber Threat, Mr. Robot TV Series
Defectors from North Korea claim the regime's military hacking units could destroy entire cities through cyberattacks. The hosts dismiss these claims as propaganda designed to support cybersecurity legislation. They also recommend a new television series, "Mr. Robot," which depicts a psychopathic hacker and is set to premiere on the USA Network.
