Alana Semuels

Alana Semuels, an investigative reporter for Time magazine, sheds light on the booming private security industry in America. She discusses the alarming rise of poorly trained guards and the implications of communities opting for private security over police. Semuels highlights the dark realities faced by security employees, including poor wages and perilous working conditions. The conversation also touches on the paradox of increasing demand for private security amidst concerns about accountability and public safety.

When you shop, your data may be the most valuable thing for sale. The podcast explores the hidden costs of online and offline shopping. Meta Brown, a data scientist, reveals the information Amazon captures about you. Joseph Turow discusses how retailers strip us of privacy. Alana Semuels talks about becoming a hoarder with online shopping. The podcast also explores a college coffee shop where you can buy a drink with your data.