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The Current powered by Kim Komando

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Sound like a tech pro, even if you’re not! Award-winning popular host Kim Komando is your secret weapon. Kim is in a class all her own. Her widely successful radio show is heard on over 500 stations in the United States and internationally in 175 different countries. Kim has millions of fans who love her down-to-earth, deeply relatable, and easy-to-understand way of talking about consumer tech. Every episode is loaded with the scoop about the latest gadgets, online security, social media trends, and digital privacy. Kim makes it all entertaining and fun. With a mix of important news, practical advice, and compelling conversations, you’ll be able to make informed decisions and stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the tech world. Kim started her show and still owns it herself. She’s not part of a big broadcasting company. Her company has no debt or investors. That’s why many small business owners also turn to her for advice on growing their businesses using web-based tools. In the Current powered by Kim Komando, every episode is loaded with ways to better your tech life. New episodes drop every Monday & Wednesday. To learn more about Kim, the things she mentions, or submit a topic or question, drop by www.Komando.com See megaphone.spotify.com/legal for privacy information.

Episodes

Juul's age-verifying vape, Street View car chase & golf goes viral

Plus, I talk to Dr. Cindy Smith, who had 100 Amazon packages arrive at her doorstep, about what happened. Parents are overanalyzing how their kids are doing at summer camp based on social photos. Don't make these mistakes when buying tech on Amazon, and learn how to stop blue light from ruining your sleep.

Aug 10, 202337 min

Google date-me docs, light bulb bans & burner email addresses

Plus, I offer advice to a guy who fell for an airline scam. More young people are needing hearing aids — here's why. A Dark Web tool is giving criminals access to Macs. BMW's new sedan boasts an impressive backseat. And, discover three ways to avoid fake home listings.

Aug 09, 202337 min

Google's scary AI news, brain implant hope & Gwyneth Paltrow's Airbnb

Plus, e-bikes are blowing up ... a lot. Own one? I talked with FDNY's Chief of Department John J. Hodgens about staying safe. I'll also share how a couple travels for free, how AI is replacing extras in movies, and a fast way to get out of a locked car trunk.

Aug 08, 202337 min

QR code scams, Chinese hackers win big & speed up your old computer

Plus, Temu and Shein pose big security threats — here's what to look out for. I talk to a guy that wants to play music in his car through a thumb drive. One state was blocked by world's largest p*rn site, an ADHD-friendly web browser and how to set a photo timer on your phone.

Aug 07, 202339 min

Twitter turns to X, deepfake influencers & DMV approved flying car

Plus, Daniel Belquer, the "Chief Vibrational Officer" of Music: Not Impossible, shares the story of the haptic suit his team created to make live events special for the deaf and hard of hearing. A homeowner's plan to stop Google Maps backfires, ESRB's facial scanning tech and Wayfair's AI tool.

Aug 03, 202337 min

Meteorite hunters' big profits, Amazon recall helper & new emojis

Plus, Benjamin and Holly's entire tech life is under attack — I give them my trusted advice. iOS 17 is coming this fall; here's why it's time to sell your older iPhones before they're worth squat. Samsung's new products and the "bougie broke" trend takes over TikTok.

Aug 02, 202338 min

AI denies insurance coverage, global ID system & hackers' favorite files

Plus, Washington Post's Geoffrey Fowler learned his $123 HP ink cartridges cost $2 to make — I chat with him about it. Ukrainian women are using AI to "honey trap" Russian soldiers. AI thinks it wrote the Constitution, and tools designed to combat constant lateness.

Aug 01, 202337 min

Twitter's X rebrand, $900K Netflix job & Barbie AI malware

Plus, national radio host Joe Pags joins us to discuss Elon Musk, Twitter, and shadowbanning. A guy's home insurance was revoked after a drone spied on his backyard — I have the scoop. Discover the benefits of syncing home speakers and find out how to opt out of unwanted credit and insurance junk mail.

Jul 28, 202348 min

AI-powered s*x robots, Amazon's palm-based payments & bizarre YouTube trend

Plus, Shawn Warner's book was, by all accounts, a flop. However, a chance meeting and a viral video changed that, catapulting him to the top of the Amazon bestsellers list. I talk to him about his journey. Threads lost half of its daily active users within a week of its launch, Apple hands out money for bad service, and an odd TikTok streaming trend.

Jul 26, 202336 min

Drone spies on woman, AI police monitoring & electric vehicle woes

Plus, glued to your phone? I share how that can hurt your marriage. A TikToker filmed their doctor watching a YouTube tutorial for a procedure before performing it. And don't miss my tips on phone voice commands and jazzing up your Google Meet calls with AI backgrounds.

Jul 25, 202336 min

ChatGPT's big tradeoff, voice cloning scams & hidden phone treasures

Plus, if you're an iPhone owner, here's how you can get ahead of the game with iOS 17. I give my advice to a guy who needs Wi-Fi for his barn. Instagram's $68.5 million settlement, track your luggage with these airlines, and why you should have a burner phone.

Jul 24, 202338 min

Netflix's heartbreak feature, $200K+ virtual knife & UFO hotspots revealed

Plus, John is seeking a smartphone helper that isn't Siri or Google — I provide my advice. Fancy riding a motorcycle like the Terminator? BMW's new smart glasses could make this a reality. Check out six ways to make money with your car and ensure you get the best Starlink coverage.

Jul 19, 202337 min

Prime Day results, Ring Doorbell drama & blackout survival tips

Plus, Jon Keegan, an Investigative Data Journalist for The Markup, joined me to talk about personalized ads — and how Facebook, Google, and Amazon know precisely what you want. I dive into "day in the life" TikTok vids and give advice on spy-detecting tech.

Jul 18, 202336 min

Threads vs. Twitter, plane ticket scams, & the resurgence of floppy disks

Plus, ChatGPT has become faster but less intelligent — here's the reason why. Sent an embarrassing email? I have the steps to retract it. Discover three alternatives to Photoshop, use a Gmail hack to determine who's selling your data, and find ways to prevent your phone from overheating.

Jul 17, 202339 min

$30K Uber horror, life-threatening FB hack & robocall revenge

Plus, Google is updating what it can collect about you online to enhance its AI capabilities. I chat with a guy who needs a new payment processing solution for his Christian networking group. Coworkers engaging in explicit messaging, ChatGPT officiating a wedding, and tricks to dispose of an old phone.

Jul 13, 202337 min

Zuck's Twitter killer app, awful YouTube prank & TSA trap uncovered

Plus, Apple will delete your photos in July, so you need to back them up now. I talked to a woman whose brother was scammed out of $450k. Google is phasing out third-party cookies. There are $100 bottles of Sriracha for sale on Amazon, as well as the best free video editing software.

Jul 12, 202338 min

ChatGPT legal disaster, OnlyFans unmasked & online cash scams

Plus, improve your rest by playing Pokémon? Catch better sleep with Niantic's new sleeping app. I talk to a lady who needs a device to help her cat relax. Discover ways to spot AI fakery online, effortlessly share grocery lists, and learn how to score cheap stuff online.

Jul 10, 202339 min