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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

Dire message from a caller, $900K AI Job & TikTok shopping risks

Plus, TikTok star Chris Guerra makes funny videos for his 800K followers — and gets paid well to do it. He shares some of his secrets for going viral. Carmakers aim to silence radios, professors battle ChatGPT, and I'll teach you a smartphone trick to test dead remote batteries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 202336 min

Journalism vs. AI, overtipping pressures & cable cord-cutting

Plus, are you scared AI's going to snatch your job? About 25% of American gigs are on the line. A caller's mom is drowning in scam texts, but I've got the remedy. Learn how to solve tech issues with restarting and how to remove location data before sharing photos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21, 202339 min

FBI beta app warning, robotaxi rendezvous & realistic city simulation

Plus, some states are offering incentives for e-bike owners. We chat with Alex Fitzpatrick from Axios about the benefits available. Want to clear phone clutter? We've got an easy method. Learn how to track your subscriptions, and don't miss Allie's review of her new Pixel Tablet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 18, 202344 min

Travel points taken over, Cybertruck troubles & AI chef disasters

Plus, did you get suspended from X (Twitter's new alias)? I share my expert advice for a caller who's been there. Take a look at a 911 app that lets first responders peek at the scene before they arrive. Chatbot fortune tellers are edging out the human competition, and don't miss Walmart's game-changing AR furniture app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 202337 min

Hiring a hitman online, AI lifeguard & fake travel guides

Plus, concerned about ChatGPT scraping your data? I'll show you how to stop it. Also, people are finding creative ways to earn money by renting out their Starlink satellites. Don't miss Google's latest gadgets, opportunities to earn money with your car, and tech travel tips you'll use repeatedly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 16, 202337 min

AI Elvis, Apple malware skyrocketing & life-saving 911 app

Plus, Angela Laws has traveled the world for free — thanks to a house-sitting app. I talked to her about how you can do this, too. An herbal supplement sold online is killing people, gas tanks versus EV chargers and how to remove personal info from Google. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 202336 min

Elon vs. Zuck, computer brain implants & white font trick

Plus, ChatGPT's truth-skirting and why it poses risks for everyone. Wonder how TikTok knows what you like? I've got answers. I chat with caller Gwen from TX about getting started with her Mac. Tips on dodging fake home listings and getting college cred online. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 14, 202340 min

AI pet friends, TikTok ageism & most confusing acronyms

Plus, how many times can you flip your phone before it breaks? YouTubers are testing this out in a really bizarre way, and the results will shock you. Uncover secrets to tracking flights, snagging a sold-out campsite and calculating binge-watch time of your favorite shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 11, 202345 min

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 07, 202339 min

TikTok cheaters unveiled, Nextdoor's top complaints & cinema etiquette downfall

Plus, we have a special guest: cybersecurity guru Ricoh Danielson, who tells us about his latest cases. Discover how a one-star Google review solved the mystery of a fatal hit-and-run. We'll also share tricks to speed up your PC, and reasons why you should start using your tablet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 04, 202351 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 01, 202337 min

Tipping gone wild, laptop expiry dates & the latest on cellphone radiation

Plus, a happy story: a bank teller stopped a woman from being scammed $50K. Netflix's password crackdown is actually working — I've got the numbers. PC sales are plummeting, how to secure your intimate photos in the cloud, and tips to make your phone run fast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 31, 202336 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 28, 202348 min

Nintendo Switch finds girl, $200K iPhone & unusual AirBnB leftovers

Plus, I share trusted advice with a woman needing help to patent a product. Get a tech support call? Beware, many new scams are surfacing. How to book camping sites online and expedite your travel with this recommended mobile app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 27, 202336 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 24, 202338 min

ChatGPT love tips, foot pic hustle & facial recognition tricks

Plus, got a parking ticket? Beware of a new high-tech scam before paying. Vinyl's back— here's why it's time to dust off your records. Discover apps for seniors, multi-device texting, and computer organization tips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 21, 202338 min

Tesla driver deception, data-stealing printers & autonomous rental car delivery

Plus, want to win the big lotto jackpot? I'll show you how to do it from your couch. I also speak with a man who believes his ex has hacked his Google Nest. Be alert to a new package delivery scam, and find out the most mispronounced tech words. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 20, 202337 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 17, 202339 min

Starlink dodges space junk, drones fight wildfires & rental car privacy mistake

Plus, here's why you shouldn't send sexy pics while online dating. Don't miss out on the major updates from Microsoft, Apple, and Android. Discover secret tricks for using your notes app, learn how to track your steps without buying a Fitbit, and uncover an amazing thrift shop find. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 14, 202344 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 12, 202338 min
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