Stuff They Don't Want You To Know Strange News: Signal Leaks Worse than 23andMe, Bird Jokes, Japan Bans Moonies
Mar 31, 2025
A surprising mix of strange news opens with tales of feuding birds and a pilot's passport meltdown. The hosts dive into Boeing's ambitious military contract amidst humorous tech discussions. They explore the dangers of data privacy connected to DNA companies while touching on the chaos of political communication and accidental leaks. Personal anecdotes add flavor as they reflect on airline delays intertwined with wildlife adaptation. It's a wild ride through current events, laughter, and quirky insights!
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Accidental Signal Leak
- Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was accidentally added to a Signal group chat with high-ranking government officials.
- He observed conversations about sensitive topics, including military actions and internal disagreements.
Signal and FOIA
- Government officials were potentially using Signal to circumvent FOIA compliance.
- The leaked messages revealed discussions about military actions and internal disagreements.
Goldberg's Signal Chat
- Jeffrey Goldberg joined a Signal group chat.
- He was invited by Michael Waltz and observed discussions about sensitive topics.