First up, Will Oremus, Senior Tech Writer for Slate, joins us for a preview of Tesla’s newest vehicle, “the D,” which is being unveiled at an event on Thursday. Plus, Buzzfeed’s Katie Notopoulos stops by to talk about installing teen-monitoring software on a stranger’s phone to spy on her digital life.

First up, Ibrahim Abdul-Matin, a contributor to PCMag, talks about high tech Hajj and whether or not it’s OK to take a pilgrimage selfie. And how well have you kept up with the week in tech news? Host Ben Johnson takes on Marketplace reporter Tracey Samuelson for this week’s Silicon Tally.

First up, Ashkan Soltani, an independent security researcher who studies privacy issues, talks about the balance between privacy and safety when it comes to mobile device encryption. Plus, you’ve heard it before: “We have an app, you know, so stop using our website.” That’s the message companies are trying to drum into users. Mobile is convenient, it’s personalized. But there’s more to it than that. Apps let companies mine far more of your personal data than websites.

First up, Brian Fung, who writes about technology for the Washington Post, talks about new rules in the works that could change the way the FCC regulates Aereo-like services online. Plus, we’re joined by Mike Toth, President of RB Toth Associates, to talk about using spectral imaging to identify hidden writing in manuscripts and historical documents.

First up, Madeline Earp, a research analyst for the advocacy group Freedom House, joins us to talk about messaging apps and protests in Hong Kong. Plus, most people don’t want to think about what happens when you die. Lots of us don’t even have wills. But what happens to our digital accounts has become a more pressing issue in recent years, as people store more valuable and personal information virtually?

“Food Tech” is a hotspot in Silicon Valley right now. So of course, if you’re hungry, there’s an app for that. Plus, we talk about Xbox’s debut in China with Molly Wood, technology columnist for the New York Times.

First up, Matthew Green, assistant professor at Johns Hopkins Information Security Institute, joins us to talk about the Shellshock security flaw. Then, Ted Sarandos, Chief Content Officer at Netflix, talks about how Netflix is trying to set itself apart from your cable package. And how well have you kept up with the week in tech news? It’s time for Silicon Tally! This week, host Ben Johnson takes on Joe Hanson, a science writer and host of the PBS digital series It’s Okay to be Smart.

First up, Jeffrey Hammond, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester, talks about why Apple’s iOS 8.0.1 update will affect so many people. Plus, Ashley Dale, from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Bristol, stops by to talk about why we’re not ready for the next big solar storm. And Melanie Kohnen, a visiting assistant professor of Media, Culture, and Communication at New York University, chats with us about second screen apps.  

First up, Paula Deen has bought the rights to her Food Network produced content, which includes the final season of her show that never aired. The celebrity chef, whose career went into freefall after she admitted using racially charged language will air the content, is launching a new online TV network. We take a look at how Deen is attempting to rebuild her brand – and what her chances of success are. Plus, Nitasha Tiku, co-editor of the tech news site Valleywag, talks about Kickstarter’s updated rules that make it easier for backers to hold failed campaigns accountable for the promises they make. And Darby Stanchfield, an actress who plays Abby Whelan on the ABC drama Scandal, joins us to talk about the community of people who watch and tweet about the show.