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    #207: Bespoke Passwords Are Not Cute

    June 13th, 2019 · 62 minutes

    Andy and Flo discuss why Google is accused of "killing the news," and why usernames and passwords aren't all that effective at keeping you safe. Then, we'll dive into the latest Pixel 4 rumors (is it a rumor if Google confirms it?).

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    News Media Alliance claims that Google makes $4.7 billion a year off newspapers

    Jeff Jarvis calls BS

    Passwords are not that great

    Pixel 4 rumors as leaked by Google

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