The Sovereign Computing Show
Episodes
SOV-022: Matt Hill from Start9 - The Sovereign Computing Show
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Start9 CEO Matt Hill joins Jordan Bravo to discuss the evolution of sovereign computing and the upcoming StartOS 0.4.0 release. Learn about Start9's m...
SOV-021: Google Kills Android Sideloading: The iOS-ification Begins - The Sovereign Computing Show
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Google is making Android more like iOS by blocking "sideloading" of unverified apps starting next year. Jordan Bravo breaks down why "sideloading" is ...
The Real Cost of "Free" Software - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV020)
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not all "free" software is actually free - you're often paying with your data, privacy, or through deceptive subscription traps. In this episode, Jord...
How to Choose Sovereign Software - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV019)
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not all software is created equal when it comes to digital sovereignty. In this episode, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme break down their framework f...
Private GPS & Maps: Ditch Google and Apple - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV018)
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your location data is one of the most sensitive pieces of information you share, but are you trusting Google and Apple with every place you go? In thi...
The Cypherpunk Manifesto - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV017)
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme dive deep into Eric Hughes' groundbreaking 1993 Cypherpunk Manifesto, exploring how this foundational document predic...
Privacy Violations and Self-Hosting Wins - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV016)
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme return with a news-packed episode covering the latest privacy violations and surveillance schemes. They discuss Trump...
How to Get an Anonymous Website - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV015)
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today's digital landscape, having your own website is more important than ever for true digital independence. Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme expl...
Bitcoin Sovereignty: Running Your Own Full Node - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV014)
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bitcoin is built on the principle of not trusting third parties, but are you trusting someone else's node to validate your transactions? In this episo...
Sovereign AI: Using LLMs Without Sacrificing Privacy - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV013)
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI assistants like ChatGPT and Claude are powerful tools, but they come with significant privacy trade-offs. In this episode, Jordan Bravo and Stephe...
The Truth About VPNs: Beyond the Marketing Hype - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV012)
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme break down the reality of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) beyond the marketing hype. They explore what problems VPNs ...
Choosing a Sovereign Mobile Operating System - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV011)
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your smartphone is a computing device just like our desktop and laptop computers. How can you have a smartphone that isn't surveilled, censored, contr...
Bypass App Store Censorship With These Tools - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV010)
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme discuss the challenges of app store censorship and explore various a...
3 Ways to Stop Doxing Your Bitcoin - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV009)
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme delve into the importance and methods of acquiring non-KYC Bitcoin. They explore peer-to-peer platforms like HodlHodl...
How to Make Private Payments - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV008)
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whenever you pay for things with a debit/credit card, you're exposing yourself. In this episode, Jordan and Stephen discuss tools you can use to regai...
Is Your Web Browser Spying on You? - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV007)
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Google Chrome is not just a browser; it's a surveillance tool. In this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, Jordan Bravo and Steven DeLorme delve ...
How to Get Secure & Sovereign Personal File Storage - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV006)
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, hosts Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme delve into the importance of self-hosting to maintain control ...
Your Phone Number Is Compromised - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV005)
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You might not realize it but your phone number is undermining your privacy and digital sovereignty. In this episode of the Sovereign computing show, J...
3 Things About Email You Lost Control of (and How to Fix It) - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV004)
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how to regain control over your email in this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show with Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme. They outline the...
Your Messaging Apps Are Not Private - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV003)
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You might think that nobody can read your private messages, but chances are, the apps you are using are not as private as you think. In this episode o...
Mastering Calendars & Contacts - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV002)
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to break free from big tech's grip on your digital life? In this episode of the Sovereign Computing Show, Jordan Bravo and Stephen DeLorme delve...
Sovereign Computing: Reclaiming Your Digital Freedom - The Sovereign Computing Show (SOV001)
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is sovereign computing? Jordan and Stephen discuss taking back control of your technology to protect your data and ensure that the tools you use ...