Off the Hook
American radio show
Radio show
Off the Hook
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|---|---|
| Genre | Talk radio |
| Running time | 1 hour |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Language(s) | English |
| Home station | WBAI |
| Syndicates | |
| TV adaptations | |
| Hosted by | Emmanuel Goldstein |
| Starring |
Off the Hook is a weekly talk radio show hosted by Emmanuel Goldstein, the pseudonym of Eric Corley, and produced by the 2600 Magazine. The show airs on WBAI, a Pacifica Radio station based in New York City. It has been on the air since 1988 and covers topics related to hacking, technology, and civil liberties.
History[edit | edit source]
Off the Hook was first broadcast in 1988, created by Emmanuel Goldstein, who is also the editor of 2600: The Hacker Quarterly. The show quickly gained a following among the hacker community and those interested in technology and cybersecurity.
Format[edit | edit source]
The show typically features discussions on current events in the world of technology, hacking, and cybersecurity. It often includes interviews with notable figures in these fields, as well as listener call-ins. The show is known for its in-depth analysis and critical perspective on issues related to privacy, freedom of information, and digital rights.
Notable Episodes[edit | edit source]
Over the years, Off the Hook has covered numerous significant events in the world of technology and hacking. Some notable episodes include discussions on the Edward Snowden revelations, the WannaCry ransomware attack, and various hacker conventions such as DEF CON and HOPE.
Related Shows[edit | edit source]
Off the Hook has inspired other shows and podcasts that focus on similar topics. One such show is Off the Wall, also hosted by Emmanuel Goldstein, which airs on WUSB.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- 2600: The Hacker Quarterly
- Emmanuel Goldstein (hacker)
- WBAI
- Pacifica Radio
- Hacker (computer security)
- Cybersecurity
- Digital rights
External Links[edit | edit source]
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