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Hosted by Ray Heffer · technology · EN · 39 episodes
Welcome to The Lockdown. Privacy doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. The inability to attain extreme levels of privacy shouldn’t deter one from taking any protective measures at all. The show is hosted by Ray Heffer, an expert in the field of privacy and cybersecurity, with each episode touching on a range of topics such as data privacy, password management, and secure browsing habits. Tin-foil hats are optional!
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to The Lockdown. Privacy doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing. The inability to attain extreme levels of privacy shouldn’t deter one from taking any protective measures at all.
The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security is hosted by Ray Heffer. The show has published 39 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Hiding in Plain Sight, The Art of OSINT with Tony Daly" (14 August 2026, 74 minutes), "You Are The Proxy - Hackers, Experts, and Bad Advice" (31 July 2026, 53 minutes), and "S02E01 - Think Like A CISO" (10 July 2026, 39 minutes).
The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 46 minutes across 39 episodes.
Booking probability for The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security's contact route on record: verified email.
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Ray Heffer hosts The Lockdown - Practical Privacy & Security, a technology show with 39 episodes published.
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Episode #3
In this episode we're joined by Tony Daly, Managing Director of Seiber, for a deep dive into open-source intelligence (OSINT). Tony discussess what separates professional intelligence work from “spicy Googling,” how...
Episode #2
In this episode, we continue with a closer look at what cybersecurity competence actually means, and why qualifications, compliance frameworks, and public reputation are poor substitutes for understanding how real...
Episode #1
Season 2 of The Lockdown is here, with a renewed focus on the overlap between privacy, security, and open-source intelligence. In this episode, Ray explains why reconnaissance should be treated as the first line of...
Episode #34
<p>In this final episode of The Lockdown, I reflect on the journey of the podcast, and explaining why I’m redirecting my energy to other projects. I discuss the importance of practical privacy measures, measures over an...
Episode #33
<p>In this episode, I share news from my recent trip to the UK, noticing how it seems to have reached the epic proportions of a Black Mirror episode; from the absurd TV licensing program to the new Digital ID Brit cards...
Episode #32
<p>In this episode I address listener feedback and questions, from clarifying my stance on the “Tea” controversy to sharing practical tips from the community about Privacy.com workarounds. This episode covers some loose...
Episode #31
<p>In this episode, I discuss the challenges facing privacy-focused payment solutions like Privacy.com, exploring alternatives and the troubling rise of KYC requirements across the industry. I dive deep into the...
Episode #30
<p>In this episode, I address listener feedback and corrections regarding use of public Wi-Fi, MAC addresses, and aliases. I dive deep into the nuances of MAC address randomization on GrapheneOS versus Apple’s private...
Episode #29
<p>In this episode, I explore the difference between the military mindset and the more stealth approach of minimization in cybersecurity. I share the results from the Ghost in the Source Capture the Flag (CTF)...
Episode #28
<p>In this episode, I discuss three key strategies for maintaining privacy and security across your physical mailbox, email, and phone. I discuss the growing Matrix community, explore alternative mailing solutions using...
Episode #27
<p>In this episode, I discuss breaking free from the Apple ecosystem, the dangers of social media oversharing, and introduce our new Matrix community. I also cover the upcoming capture the flag challenge, share thoughts...
Episode #26
<p>In this brief episode between travels, I announce the “Ghost in the Source” capture the flag challenge, a cryptographic hunt on my website starting June 21st, 2025. At the end of June I will pick 3 lucky winners...
Episode #25
<p>In this episode, I explore the privacy implications of using AI apps like ChatGPT and Claude on mobile devices. I discuss why ChatGPT’s requirement for Google Play Store login and audio recording storage led me to...
Episode #24
<p>In this episode, I discuss what has been keeping me away from the mic, the Open Source Intelligence Defense and Security Framework (ODSF), and share updates on privacy topics including browser security, autonomous...
Episode #23
<p>In this episode, we dive into Apple’s latest privacy retreat with the removal of Advanced Data Protection (ADP) for iCloud in the UK. We break down why Apple made this move, how ADP works, and what it means for users...
Episode #22
<p>In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into Session, a private messaging app, with its co-founder Kee Jefferys. We discuss the philosophy behind Session, its technical architecture, and the broader implications...
Episode #21
<p>In this week's episode we dive deep into both the psychological and privacy implications of social media apps. I reflect on my observations during recent travels, and explore how social media platforms are distorting...
Episode #20
<p>This week on The Lockdown, The Practical Privacy & Security Podcast, we’re kicking off the new year with reflections, updates, and a deep dive into key privacy issues that are shaping 2025. From privacy settings on...
Episode #19
<p>In this episode I speak with Luke Mulks, who is the VP of Business Operations at Brave Software. We discuss the privacy concerns over traditional web-based ads, and why Brave is offering a privacy-first alternative...
Episode #18
<p>In this episode, we go back to the basics as I discuss what I would do today if I were starting from scratch. It begins with deleting social media accounts, especially Facebook. Additionally, we have an update from...
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