Where Do We Even Start?

Nat and Mischa
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Where Do We Even Start? Podcast

Ever wonder how the Internet really works? Or how the taxes you pay actually get used? Where do we even start is a podcast that gives you a starting place to understand and make sense of complex and inaccessible systems. Join us each season as we unpack some of the things most of us use or interact with but don’t really understand.

  1. 05/04/2022

    13 Future Finale

    As we ask where do we even start about the internet one last time we look forward to where things are going. We talk about the internet of things and what having the internet bleed into more places might mean for you. We touch on what web 3.0 might bring and what this pesky metaverse business is all about. Want to suggest an idea for a future season? We’d love to hear it reach us @wdwespodcast on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and you can email us at wdwespodcast@gmail.com

    1h 18m

  2. 26/02/2022

    12 Safety & Security

    The data pipeline that is the internet carries plenty of sensitive data, from our bank accounts, to medical information, and private messages. There are many layers of protection built into the technologies of the internet like encryption, and two factor authentication, but how do those really work? And are they really keeping you safe? All that and more on this episode of Where do we even start!  What suspicious things have you run into on the internet, we’d love to hear at wdwespodcast@gmail.com. You can also reach us on social media @wdwespodcast on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.

    1h 5m

  3. 23/12/2021

    11 Rules.gov

    The global network of computers that make up the internet is just that, it exists across borders and boundaries all over the world. This means the internet passes through many different countries making which laws apply in what context quite complex. In this episode we dive into some of the different ways the internet is controlled and regulated and what some governments around the world are trying to do to change the future of the internet for better or worse. Have your own ideas for new rules for the internet? Send them over to wdwespodcast@gmail.com. You can also reach us on social media @wdwespodcast on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.

    1h 5m

  4. 02/10/2021

    10 Disruption

    What does it mean to be a disruptive force? In this episode we dive into the way the internet has changed things, and what about being able to send data back and forth has enabled internet startups to dethrone established businesses. We'll talk about Netflix and Blockbuster, Uber and Taxis, and other new services and companies that have come about in the internet age. Is the internet fundamentally different than the tech it’s replaced or is it just the current trend? If you have any questions, corrections or comments you can reach us on social media, we are @wdwespodcast on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and you can email us at wdwespodcast@gmail.com

    52 min

  5. 24/08/2021

    09 The Cloud

    Its billowing above, shaped like a whale, and its... storing all your data? Whats the deal with the cloud? In this episode we discuss the dividing lines between the cloud and the internet, how the advent of 'cloud computing' has shaped the way we all use the internet, and discuss some of the advantages, disadvantages and risks of using the cloud.  We'd love to answer questions, and be scolded if we've gotten any important details wrong!  We are @wdwespodcast on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and you can email us at wdwespodcast@gmail.com

    47 min

  6. 01/07/2021

    08 Going Mobile

    This week we talk about the influence our mobile phones have had on the internet, and how having the internet as our constant companion has shaped our lives. We talk about the differences between apps and website, and about the app first services that have come to dominate our lives (looking at you Instagram) as always if you want to learn more check out our Instagram where we post diagrams and explainers related to each episode find us @wdwespodcast. Want to get in touch? Send us an email wdwespodcast@gmail.com

    59 min

  7. 14/06/2021

    07 R U Online

    Sending text is one of the most basic functions of the internet, so it makes sense that communication has been at the heart of the internet since the start. While we’ve been sending messages since the dawn of the internet the ways in which we communicate have changed and adapted over the years. From anonymous chat rooms, to MSN, BBN to WhatsApp the internet has shaped and changed how we talk to each other. We break down the technologies and protocols behind email, and instant messaging, and reminisce about platforms past. We’d love to hear your funny chatroom stories! Send them over to wdwespodcast@gmail.com. You can also reach us on social media @wdwespodcast on Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.

    34 min

  8. 26/05/2021

    06 Cookie Monster

    Ever wonder why so many website are begging you to accept their cookies? In this episode we dive into cookies, the pieces of web technology that helps e-commerce run smoothly and enable some snoopy services to target us with ads. Learn about what threat cookies could pose and what you could do to keep your privacy in check. If you want to ask us a question to answer on the podcast you can head to https://anchor.fm/wdwes otherwise feel free to hit us up on social media we are @wdwespodcast on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok and you can email us at wdwespodcast@gmail.com

    57 min
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Ever wonder how the Internet really works? Or how the taxes you pay actually get used? Where do we even start is a podcast that gives you a starting place to understand and make sense of complex and inaccessible systems. Join us each season as we unpack some of the things most of us use or interact with but don’t really understand.

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  • Creator
    Nat and Mischa
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 938778
  • Show Website
    Where Do We Even Start?

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