Protecting online privacy, Spring cleaning

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Spring is a great time for clearing out our homes, but deciding what to throw out can be difficult. A guest shares tips for sorting through our collections and avoiding have to purchase new items. We also hear a call to protect digital privacy rights through civil rights law.

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  • How to spring clean alongside inflation

    A consumer science professor helps us with suggestions for how we can de-clutter and off-load belongings, while inflation may be looming over any thoughts of restocking or replacing items.

Episode Credits

  • Rob Ferrett Host
  • Sarah Hopefl Technical Director
  • Dean Knetter Producer
  • Tim Peterson Producer
  • Danielle Citron Guest
  • Christine Whelan Guest

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