Press Play with Madeleine Brand
Why it’s so hard to leave Facebook
The New York Times found Facebook gave companies like Netflix and Spotify way more access to user data than it ever disclosed. We run through the scandals Facebook has faced, and hear some of the challenges of deactivating your Facebook account.
By Barbara Bogaev • • 48m ListenThe New York Times found Facebook gave companies like Netflix and Spotify way more access to user data than it ever disclosed. We run through the scandals Facebook has faced, and hear some of the challenges of deactivating your Facebook account.
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4 storiesFacebook: A year in scandal
A New York Times investigation shows that Facebook gave companies like Netflix and Spotify way more access to user data than it ever disclosed. The latest bout of bad PR for Facebook prompted #DeleteFacebook to start trending -- again.
Read the story14 minAdopting stray cats and putting them to work
Even if you’re a cat lover, feral felines can be a nuisance. But it turns out that some homeowners and business people have started tapping into the hunting prowess of stray cats. They’re putting them to work.
Read the story8 minEat your heart out: Origins of our popular idioms and phrases
Don’t throw the baby out with the bath water. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
Read the story14 minIn Mexico, Christmas is about the family matriarch and lots of food
Written by Amy Ta, produced by Christian Bordal When it comes to Christmas, Mexicans care more about the Eve rather than the actual day. That’s according to Gustavo Arellano, Anaheim-based author of the book “¡Ask a Mexican!” and columnist for…
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