The source, an audio transcript, explores listener engagement with a podcast focusing on cyber security, privacy, and digital activism. By analyzing stream counts and episode topics from late 2019 to 2021, the hosts identify a significant surge in popularity starting in 2021. This growth was primarily driven by content related to hacking, privacy violations, and real-world digital threats like the SolarWinds hack and Pegasus spyware. The data suggests an audience actively seeking understanding and empowerment regarding the complex and evolving digital landscape, prioritizing personal narratives and human rights aspects over purely technical details.