Make Me Smart SOS at the IRS
Aug 8, 2025
President Trump's surprise decision to replace the IRS head raises eyebrows amid ongoing turmoil within the agency. The podcast dives into the privacy concerns of facial recognition at airports, questioning consent. It explores the implications of buy now, pay later loans on credit scores, highlighting potential impacts on financial health. Couples are now using wedding registries to donate to charities rather than receiving gifts. Finally, Instagram’s new location-sharing feature sparks a discussion on privacy, especially regarding children.
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Airport Facial-Scan Rollout Is Largely Unnoticed
- The TSA rolled out facial recognition widely but passengers rarely knew they could refuse.
- The Algorithmic Justice League found 99% weren't verbally told and 75% saw no notice.
I Always Decline The Facial Scan
- Kimberly Adams opts out of facial scans every time and often says so loudly.
- Once she was routed from precheck into the regular line after declining a scan.
Opt Out Loudly At Airport Scanners
- Do decline the facial scan if you want privacy at checkpoints.
- Announce your refusal so other travelers know the scan is optional.