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“Anyone interested in the security & privacy of their lives & that of their friends & family should give a listen. If you love freedom & living in a democracy this is vital information - not politics. So east to listen to & understand. Well done. Can’t wait for Season 2!”
JackieB57 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/23
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“Such a fascinating story and so well told. Scary and informative all the way!”
KayakPod via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/26/23
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“I’m in healthcare by trade but this has opened my eyes to something different and I’m really considering going back to school to pursue something in writing or cyber security. The episodes always kept my attention and I can’t wait for the next season.”
Phillygirl0910 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/05/23
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“So far so good.”
Spaulding67 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/04/23
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“An absolute must listen to if you care about our democratic republic at all.”
Akallday26 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/26/23
“A service to democracy and a fast paced, exciting listen.”
Sarita via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/23
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“There’s a huge blind spot in this series in ignoring why Israel became the high security state it is and incubator for such projects as Pegasus. It lies in its need to continually oppress and surveil Palestinians. You can’t claim to care about press freedom or safety of those fighting injustice...”Read full review »
Percy_13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/23
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Rocket305 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/10/23
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“I think it should be clear to many at this point that it’s not “am I being spied on?” It’s “who is spying on me?” Information has always been - and will always be - the greatest currency, worth more than money, gold & diamonds. This reporting takes an incredibly deep dive into how the...”Read full review »
Dandelions4Bees via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/09/23
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“Everyone with a cell phone needs to listen to this podcast. Journalists in particular”
_OldTurk via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/23
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“Sunlight is one of the best disinfectants. Important journalism.”
Basil-Wolf via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
03/24/23
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“Very interesting, can’t wait to hear more!”
LiciaNico via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
03/22/23
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“Contains many poor phone recordings of people with strong accents & they don’t reiterate what was said. So if there is any road noise around you, that’s a third layer of interference that makes large parts of it unintelligible. It seems important, but I guess I’ll just read about it.”
DrTurkeyt00tz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/23
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“If you care about journalism, journalists, or democracy, this is a must listen. In an era of lots of podcasts and too little time, this one grabs your attention from the start. I listened to the first four episodes all at once, and then checked every day until the next one dropped. The...”Read full review »
cg0187 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/23
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“Really deep investigative journalism, A+ hosts, and fantastic production. Really important listen for the future of cyber security and policy.”
JT10x10 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“A haunting story at the intersection of government overreach, free press, and spyware technology. An 11/10 must listen”
CKR114114224 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/23
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“The interviews are of people who can’t cope with the fact that nothing is absolute, that the same hand that can wave in friendship can be the same hand that can slap someone’s face. Boring. Preachy. Barely counts as ‘journalism’. Go listen to Darknet Diaries or Malicious Life.”
Dan-Stuart via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
02/28/23
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“A deeper dive into a shocking story that seems to have only touched the surface in mainstream media. This podcast is a revelation of how vulnerable we are in this digital age. Thank you for providing this thought-provoking insight. Looking forward to seeing which topics you unravel next.”
High style bargain hunter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/23
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“Great pod - with the rising tide of global authoritarianism an invasive tool of big government is using software to target cell phones and especially journalists and agents of free press and democracy. GM in VaHi.”
Guywarrior via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/23
“This podcast reveals a threat to our privacy that is shocking - and dangerous. And not just a threat to journalists but to everyone.”
Matthew in ATL via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/23
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“And you’ll never look at your phone the same way again. Everyone will want to hear how governments all over the world including in the US are using spyware to surveil us. Big Brother is indeed watching and the hosts, Rose & Nando, show just how it’s done. Scary, but incredible.”
Alejandro HF via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/23
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“A must-listen for anyone concerned about privacy and the use of technology in state-sponsored violence
This podcast provides a comprehensive examination of the tragic murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, and the role that digital espionage played in his death. The discussion of Pegasus software...”Read full review »
Bandido1977 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/23
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“In times when the concept of privacy doesn’t exist anymore, and technology tracks everything we do, it’s important to learn and understand how cyber surveillance impacts our lives and how it is being used by repressive governments around the world to persecute, harass and attack journalists,...”Read full review »
josecarlosz via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/23
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“i can’t believe i didn’t know the story of Pegasus, which illuminates (scarily) so many different aspects of global affairs right now. this podcast approaches the topic with rigor and respect, but is also deft, thrilling storytelling!”
skdrew via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/29/23
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“This is essential information. Great work”
Emanckin() via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/23
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“I hope you enjoy listening as much as we loved making it!”
nandovila via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/23
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“This issue of espionage of the free press was memory holed past Trump refusing to hold any Saudi accountable. The lack of prior coverage has allowed those guilty to avoid any culpability. Great work to shed some light on this!”
Charlie Chubtaint via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/23
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“Compelling from the get-go.
Super well-reported and totally a worthy listen for anyone interested in international politics, tech, cybersecurity, journalism, and holding higher powers accountable. Run don’t walk to your headphones!”
Chase3333 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/27/23
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“A smart and savvy podcast that dives deep on important topics. Fantastic hosts Rose Reid and Nando Villa take another look at a story we all think we know: the brutal murder of Jamal Khashoggi. Can’t wait for the next episodes.”
HestaPrynne13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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“Learning so many different things”
EVB2007 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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“I like how this blends two important stories - the death of Khashoggi and the Pegasus scandal - into one compelling podcast! And told with credible, independent voices. We are only now learning how dangerous Pegasus can be to journalists as well as politicians. Hope Mike Pompeo takes the time to...”Read full review »
DCA7308 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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“This is news I need to understand. I love that this show curates topics that serve me as a human in this wild world we now live in and tells them in an interesting way.”
Seebs115 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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“I’m learning so much, thank you Rose and Nando!”
Burr1214 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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Rsk5041 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/26/23
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“The details revealed about Jamal Khashoggi’s murder and the last few months of his life are truly shocking. His story offers powerful insights into the depths to which spyware and similar tools impact our everyday lives. A cautionary tale for all of us.”
Gail M. Reid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
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“An excellent explainer about what Pegasus is and the company behind it. The writing is very good and the hosts are engaging.”
exochoa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
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“This series (episodes 1-2) covers important new ground on a story that deserves to be revisited, and closely studied. The investigative team has done some digging into the role of technology in general, and the Pegasus software in particular, into the death of Jamal Khashoggi and the ongoing...”Read full review »
Kipwrite6 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
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“Wow. What an incredible podcast. I can’t wait to listen to the rest of it. Amazing work.”
CGraterol via Apple Podcasts ·
Mexico ·
01/25/23
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“Great work by Rose and co! Already hooked”
Mysweetlord via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
“Insane, and surely worthy of a deeper dive. Congrats on the launch of Shoot the Messenger - I’m hooked!”
todjiboa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/23
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“This podcast is so well researched and told in such a gripping, fascinating way. If you own a phone or care about press freedom, this is a story you need to know.”
nk6732 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/23
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“I just binged the first two episodes and can't wait to hear where this story goes. The reporting is top notch. Feels a little creepy to be writing this on my phone though. Give it a listen and you will understand!”Read full review »
rubyrubyfuby via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/23
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“I was so excited for Exile to release this series. I’m blown away after just 2 episodes. The series thus far is compelling and eye opening, focusing on the abuse of spyware and the tragedy of how it was used to torture and kill a Washington Post journalist. Truly my favorite new podcast!”
bussy78 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/23
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“The most exciting project I’ve ever worked on, love this team.”
RoseEReid via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/23/23
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“Can’t wait to learn more and hear the real story of Jamal Khashoggi”
SRA Magnificent via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/23
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