{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Navigating Life with Vision Loss","title":"S205: Digital and Identity Safety with Brandon Kennelly","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/520eaff7\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1875,"description":"In this episode of Navigating Life with Vision Loss, host Kim Wardlow continues the safety series with a focus on digital safety and identity protection. Guest Brandon Kennelly from Trenware, Aftersight’s managed service provider, breaks down practical strategies for protecting against phishing scams, spoofed websites, and identity theft. He explains why phishing attacks have risen dramatically, how blind and low-vision users may face unique risks with inaccessible attachments like PDFs, and why a layered defense approach is essential. \n\nThe discussion covers accessible security tools such as Windows Defender and Malwarebytes, the importance of password managers and multi-factor authentication, safe practices for online shopping and banking, and precautions when using public Wi-Fi. Brandon also addresses smartphone security, risks with QR codes, voice-activated devices like Alexa, and what to do if your identity or data has been compromised.\n\nListeners walk away with clear, actionable steps to safeguard their digital lives and keep personal information secure.\n\nContact Info\n\nGuest: Brandon Kennelly, IT & Security Expert, Trenware\nWebsite: https://trenware.com\n\nAftersight\nPhone: (720) 712-8856\nEmail: feedback@aftersight.org\n\nWebsite: www.aftersight.org\n\nProducer: Jonathan Price\n\nShow Credits\n\nHost: Kim Wardlow\nGuest: Brandon Kennelly (Trenware)\nProducer: Jonathan Price\n\nChapter Markers\n\n00:02 — Welcome and Introduction\n02:16 — Defining Digital Safety\n04:34 — Unique Risks for Blind and Low-Vision Users\n06:59 — Spoofed Websites and Verification Tools\n08:33 — Practical Steps for Layered Protection\n10:55 — Password Managers and Multi-Factor Authentication\n12:52 — Risks of Reusing Passwords\n15:21 — Online Shopping and Banking Safety\n17:42 — Public Wi-Fi and VPN Use\n19:51 — Smartphone Security and QR Codes\n21:45 — Accessibility of Antivirus Software\n24:08 — Securing Voice-Activated Devices\n26:25 — Recognizing Identity Theft\n27:25 — Responding to a Breach\n29:01 — Final...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/XYLyTXVtUcOR4tEwwa-wr8ah2x7o_kegz433jY2Ll9g/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jMTg0/YTdkN2ExZTc4YzI2/MDA2YzUxZjAxODhk/ODY2Mi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}