
Adam Clark Estes
Reporter covering the story for Recode and Vox, providing insights into the crisis at the United States Postal Service.
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Aug 27, 2024 • 28min
Hackers probably stole your Social Security number
Adam Clark Estes, Vox's senior tech correspondent, dives into the alarming rise of identity theft, especially impacting children's social security numbers. He discusses a massive data breach that left millions vulnerable and the panic that followed. Estes emphasizes the importance of freezing credit as a proactive measure against identity theft. He provides essential tips on navigating post-breach protection, alongside insights into the challenges posed by the data brokerage industry and the pressing need for better consumer privacy regulations.

Jun 18, 2025 • 27min
TechSupport: The Two Sides of Biometric Data w/ Adam Clark Estes
In this engaging discussion, Adam Clark Estes, a senior tech correspondent at Vox known for his insights on technology and health, delves into the implications of biometric data. He explores Amazon's palm scanners and their potential impact on healthcare. Estes shares his firsthand experiment with numerous health trackers, weighing their benefits against privacy risks. The conversation navigates the balance between convenience and security, highlighting ethical concerns in the tech-driven landscape of personal health information.

Jul 11, 2024 • 25min
What Next: How to Survive This Heat
Senior technology correspondent at Vox, Adam Clark Estes, discusses the necessity of air conditioning during extreme heatwaves and the importance of conserving energy to avoid blackouts. The podcast explores the impact of heat on the human body, strategies to stay cool in hot weather, and reactions to advocating for higher thermostat settings.

Jul 11, 2024 • 25min
How to Survive This Heat
Adam Clark Estes, a senior technology correspondent at Vox, discusses the necessity of air-conditioning and the controversy over raising thermostats above 72 degrees. The podcast explores the impact of climate change on heat-related deaths, efficient ways to stay cool beyond AC, and misconceptions about cooling methods.

Aug 17, 2020 • 24min
The mail, man
Adam Clark Estes, a reporter from Recode and Vox, offers a deep dive into the current crisis at the United States Postal Service. He's joined by Rep. Gerry Connolly, who is calling for the resignation of the postmaster general amid fears of election interference. They discuss the ramifications of leadership changes, public outrage over mail-in voting, and the potential for Congress to intervene. With the election looming, they highlight how USPS issues could jeopardize ballot integrity and the urgent need for reform to restore public trust.