Data Brokers: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)
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John Oliver's Last Week Tonight segment explains how data brokers collect and sell personal information, including a stunt in which his team bought data to identify members of Congress.
Why HN recommends it: HN recommends it as an accessible overview of the data broker industry in privacy discussions.
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