The Sovereign Computing Show
by ATL BitLab
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SOV-022: Matt Hill from Start9 - The Sovereign Computing Show
About this podcast
The Sovereign Computing Show is a podcast where we teach you how to take back control of your devices. Sovereign Computing means you own your technology, not the other way around. Hosted by Jordan Bravo and recorded in Atlanta's freedom-tech hackerspace, this show teaches you about topics like self-hosting, privacy, and other digital freedom tools.
Episodes
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- SOV-022: Matt Hill from Start9 - The Sovereign Computing Show · 1 h 28 minStart9 CEO Matt Hill joins Jordan Bravo to discuss the evolution of sovereign computing and the upcoming StartOS 0.4.0 release. Learn about Start9's mission to democratize server…
- SOV-021: Google Kills Android Sideloading: The iOS-ification Begins - The Sovereign Computing Show · 20 minGoogle is making Android more like iOS by blocking "sideloading" of unverified apps starting next year. Jordan Bravo breaks down why "sideloading" is a psyop term designed to…
- The Real Cost of "Free" Software - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV020) · 47 minNot all "free" software is actually free - you're often paying with your data, privacy, or through deceptive subscription traps. In this episode, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme…
- How to Choose Sovereign Software - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV019) · 56 minNot all software is created equal when it comes to digital sovereignty. In this episode, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme break down their framework for evaluating software that…
- Private GPS & Maps: Ditch Google and Apple - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV018) · 48 minYour location data is one of the most sensitive pieces of information you share, but are you trusting Google and Apple with every place you go? In this episode, Jordan Bravo and…
- The Cypherpunk Manifesto - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV017) · 36 minJordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme dive deep into Eric Hughes' groundbreaking 1993 Cypherpunk Manifesto, exploring how this foundational document predicted Bitcoin, anonymous…
- Privacy Violations and Self-Hosting Wins - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV016) · 57 minJordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme return with a news-packed episode covering the latest privacy violations and surveillance schemes. They discuss Trump's plan to create a master…
- How to Get an Anonymous Website - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV015) · 50 minIn today's digital landscape, having your own website is more important than ever for true digital independence. Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme explain how to register domain…
- Bitcoin Sovereignty: Running Your Own Full Node - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV014) · 51 minBitcoin is built on the principle of not trusting third parties, but are you trusting someone else's node to validate your transactions? In this episode, Jordan Bravo and Stephen…
- Sovereign AI: Using LLMs Without Sacrificing Privacy - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV013) · 54 minAI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude are powerful tools, but they come with significant privacy trade-offs. In this episode, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme explore practical…
- The Truth About VPNs: Beyond the Marketing Hype - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV012) · 44 minJordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme break down the reality of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) beyond the marketing hype. They explore what problems VPNs actually solve—hiding your…
- Choosing a Sovereign Mobile Operating System - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV011) · 33 minYour smartphone is a computing device just like our desktop and laptop computers. How can you have a smartphone that isn't surveilled, censored, controlled, and constrained?…
- Bypass App Store Censorship With These Tools - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV010) · 55 minIn this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme discuss the challenges of app store censorship and explore various alternatives to the Google…
- 3 Ways to Stop Doxing Your Bitcoin - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV009) · 1 h 1 minJordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme delve into the importance and methods of acquiring non-KYC Bitcoin. They explore peer-to-peer platforms like HodlHodl, RoboSats, and Bisq…
- How to Make Private Payments - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV008) · 52 minWhenever you pay for things with a debit/credit card, you're exposing yourself. In this episode, Jordan and Stephen discuss tools you can use to regain some control and privacy…
- Is Your Web Browser Spying on You? - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV007) · 57 minGoogle Chrome is not just a browser; it's a surveillance tool. In this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, Jordan Bravo and Steven DeLorme delve into why Chrome collects…
- How to Get Secure & Sovereign Personal File Storage - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV006) · 44 minIn this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, hosts Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme delve into the importance of self-hosting to maintain control over your digital data. They…
- Your Phone Number Is Compromised - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV005) · 41 minYou might not realize it but your phone number is undermining your privacy and digital sovereignty. In this episode of the Sovereign computing show, Jordan Bravo and Stephen…
- 3 Things About Email You Lost Control of (and How to Fix It) - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV004) · 47 minDiscover how to regain control over your email in this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show with Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme. They outline the three main points of…
- Your Messaging Apps Are Not Private - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV003) · 57 minYou might think that nobody can read your private messages, but chances are, the apps you are using are not as private as you think. In this episode of the Sovereign Computing…
