Topic: Shazam

4 chapters across the catalog

Carbeque
Episode 1068 45:51 - 49:59

1068: Carbeque

Alex Jones Parody, Platform Bans, Tinder Presence

A satirical audio clip parodies Alex Jones's reaction to being banned from major social media platforms. The parody depicts Jones claiming to have a massive following on Tinder and Twitch, and threatening to broadcast "truth" through real estate listings on Redfin and IMDB. The hosts debate the origin of the clip, suggesting it may be the work of a professional comedian like Stephen Colbert.

Terror Aperture
Episode 285 2:13:15 - 2:15:11

285: Terror Aperture

Microsoft Kinect Surveillance and Television Tracking Apps

The high sales volume of Microsoft Kinect devices is viewed as a privacy risk, as the cameras can theoretically be accessed remotely to monitor households. New smartphone apps that function like "Shazam for television" are described as tools for data collection to serve targeted ads based on what a user is watching in real-time.

Mothra Will Save Us!
Episode 262 1:22:22 - 1:26:36

262: Mothra Will Save Us!

Drive Me Crazy App, Citizen Surveillance Technology

A new mobile application called "Drive Me Crazy" allows users to report traffic violations by license plate directly to the DMV and insurance companies. The app was developed by Philip Engelbrecht, a former derivatives trader and co-founder of Shazam. The hosts warn that such technology encourages neighbors to spy on and lie about one another.