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The Michael Knowles Show

Ep. 1453 - The FBI Caught Spying On Computer Searches

Mar 25, 2024
51:38
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The podcast delves into the FBI monitoring viewers of specific YouTube videos, a teacher losing her job over an OnlyFans account, and new revelations about the Princess of Wales. It also explores topics like pansexuality, faith, Trump Media going public, hiring challenges, and cancel culture.
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Quick takeaways

  • Federal authorities obtained user information from Google on YouTube viewers for investigating money laundering, ignoring privacy concerns.
  • Hallow's Pray 40 Challenge attracted a million participants, emphasizing surrender and deeper faith connection through prayer and reflection.

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Federal Authorities Spying on YouTube Viewers

Federal authorities requested user information from Google, including names, addresses, and user activity of accounts watching specific YouTube videos. Not even logging in provided protection as IP addresses of non-logged-in viewers were also handed over. The government defended this action by connecting it to an investigation on money laundering tied to certain videos, despite most viewers having no involvement in the alleged crime.

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