• Don't Use The Cloud, Do This Instead to Protect Your Data
    Oct 17 2025

    Host BJ Mendelson discusses the importance of backing up your data in three different places. Yes. Three. We know you can do it. We'll tell you how. Get the show notes for today's episode at StupidSexyPrivacy.com

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    10 mins
  • One of the Best Ways to Spot Disinformation Is Getting MORE Sleep
    Oct 7 2025

    This week, BJ gives you a boatload of medically backed suggestions on how to get more sleep. Why? We're not a wellness podcast. We're here to help you spot disinformation and fight fascists and weirdos. As it turns out, getting a good night's sleep is one of the best ways to do just that. Learn more over at StupidSexyPrivacy.com

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    9 mins
  • Sleep: The Secret Weapon Against Fascists & Weirdos
    Sep 30 2025

    In today's episode of Privacy Tips, BJ Mendelson explores the concept of digital detox, and discusses its importance, challenges, and some of the practical steps to achieve it. For today's show notes, make sure you visit us at StupidSexyPrivacy.com

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    6 mins
  • Crypto Is A Scam
    Sep 22 2025

    In today's episode, BJ dives into the pitfalls of cryptocurrency, why you should never invest in it, and the importance of using cash whenever possible. Show notes for today's episode can be found over here at StupidSexyPrivacy.com

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    7 mins
  • The Dangers of Not Having a Passport: Half of Americans All Affected
    Sep 15 2025

    Today's episode focuses on an insight from Timothy Snyder's book, On Tyranny, particularly the necessity of passports for American citizens. We explore the alarming statistic that half of Americans do not possess a passport, and how that will impact their ability to vote in federal elections. Host BJ Mendelson also explains the steps to obtain a passport, including visiting your local post office and gathering necessary documents. You can read the show notes for today's episode at StupidSexyPrivacy.com

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    6 mins
  • Use Paper Calendars & Run Block Party Weekly
    Sep 8 2025

    Privacy is a fundamental human right worth preserving. That’s a tall order. So let’s start with something simple this week: get a Block Party account and a paper calendar. What do you do next? You’ll want to listen to today’s episode to find out. Then visit us at https://www.stupidsexyprivacy.com for more privacy tips like this one.

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    13 mins
  • Delete Apps That Don't Make You Happy
    Sep 2 2025

    In this episode of Privacy Tips, BJ Mendelson dives into the concept of “zero day” and its importance in maintaining your financial and digital security. Learn how to manage your apps, review your bank statements, and ensure your devices are up to date every 90 days. Discover practical tips for achieving solitude and financial clarity in a world filled with distractions from fascists and other bad actors. For more insights, visit StupidSexyPrivacy.com.

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    6 mins
  • Ten Men, Two Masks, One Very Concerned Daughter
    Aug 28 2025

    In another preview for an upcoming episode of Stupid Sexy Privacy, Rebecca Williams of the ACLU walks through rights, risk modeling, and practical tips for filming troubling encounters with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (I.C.E.) — plus why having video evidence can help and how it can also hurt others nearby. Learn more at https://www.stupidsexyprivacy.com

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    8 mins