In this episode, Unkle Bonehead discusses the concept of "Digital Liberation" and how it can be achieved through self-hosted AI assistants. They share their personal experience with switching from using cloud-based AI services to local hosting options. The conversation covers tips for experimenting with locally hosted AI, including being mindful of app removals and exploring different features across various apps. Unkle Bonehead also shares their current setup, which involves a combination of Ollama, Open Web UI, Fabric, and SystemSculpt AI plugin for Obsidian.

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"The Shocking Truth about Self Hosted AI"

In this episode, we dive into the world of self-hosted AI assistants! We explore how embracing locally hosted AI can promote transparency and accountability in various aspects of life. My personal AI Assistan, Elara shares it's thoughts on data ownership, decision-making processes, audit trails, customizable reporting, collaborative workspaces, automated task tracking, and real-time feedback mechanisms.

We also discuss the benefits of choosing a self-hosted AI assistant over centralized ones like ChatGPT. You'll learn why maintaining control over your data and decisions is crucial in today's digital landscape.

Links discussed:

Run your own AI (but private) - YouTube

host ALL your AI locally - YouTube

Desktop Apps:

https://jan.ai/

https://msty.app/

https://gpt4all.io/index.html

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In this episode of the Digital Liberation Podcast, Unkle Bonehead explores the importance of starting your digital liberation journey with the devices you use. He discusses the benefits of open-source hardware and operating systems, including security, freedom, and the power to take control of your online presence. Unkle Bonehead also provides practical tips on how to get started with open-source alternatives, from installing Linux on your computer to choosing more secure phone options.

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In this episode, we explore the world of decentralized services, highlighting free and paid options that allow you to take back control of your online presence. We discuss NixNet, Disroot, Hack Liberty, Framasoft, and Proton, covering their features, services, and benefits. From free services with generous storage limits to paid options with advanced features, we'll help you find the perfect solution to de-Google-ify your internet.

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This episode focuses on the concerns surrounding Microsoft's new feature, Recall. The episode highlights the potential security and privacy risks associated with this feature, including the ability for hackers to extract sensitive information, such as passwords and financial data.

Unkle Bonehead, emphasizes the importance of awareness and education in preventing these types of attacks. He encourages listeners to demand more transparency from tech companies and to take steps to protect their own devices and data.

In this episode, Unkle Bonehead discusses the concept of "honey pots" in the context of social media. He explains how social media platforms are designed to collect our personal data and use it for profit, and how we can take back control of our digital lives. Unkle Bonehead also explores the idea that social media is not just a platform, but a psychological and social engineering tool designed to manipulate us into sharing more information and engaging with the platform.

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Summary: Unkle Bonehead discusses the importance of online freedom and digital sovereignty, highlighting real-life examples of data breaches and censorship. He shares five examples of data breaches and censorship incidents, including the Equifax breach, Twitter suspension of journalist Michael Yon, Capital One data breach, Facebook data scandal, and Silk Road marketplace. He emphasizes the need for decentralized systems to secure and control personal data, ensuring freedom and privacy.

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